Banning Refuse Slurry Pond
Key Takeaway
Banning Refuse Slurry Pond is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 65 ft (taller than 90% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01427 |
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
HAROLD S AND BARBARA LLOYD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Banning Refuse Slurry Pond?
Banning Refuse Slurry Pond 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 Banning Refuse Slurry Pond?
Banning Refuse Slurry Pond is owned by HAROLD S AND BARBARA LLOYD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Banning Refuse Slurry Pond?
Banning Refuse Slurry Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Banning Refuse Slurry Pond?
Banning Refuse Slurry Pond has a dam height of 65 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 Banning Refuse Slurry Pond last inspected?
Banning Refuse Slurry Pond was last inspected on October 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.