Basin No 2

TUNKHANNOCK CREEK· Lackawanna, Pennsylvania· Built 1992· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Basin No 2 is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDPA01613

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 10, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

SCRANTON LACKAWANNA INDUSTRIAL BUILDING COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Basin No 2?

Basin No 2 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Basin No 2?

Basin No 2 is owned by SCRANTON LACKAWANNA INDUSTRIAL BUILDING COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Basin No 2 built?

Basin No 2 was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Basin No 2?

Basin No 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Basin No 2?

Basin No 2 has a dam height of 13 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 Basin No 2 last inspected?

Basin No 2 was last inspected on December 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.