Altemus
Key Takeaway
Altemus is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 65% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 413 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01485 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CHARLES R. ALTEMUS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Altemus?
Altemus is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Altemus?
Altemus is owned by CHARLES R. ALTEMUS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Altemus built?
Altemus was completed in 1987, making it 39 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Altemus?
Altemus serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Altemus?
Altemus has a dam height of 30 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Altemus last inspected?
Altemus was last inspected on February 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.