Blue Ridge Det
Key Takeaway
Blue Ridge Det is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01475 |
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
BLUE RIDGE ESTATES HOMEOWNERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blue Ridge Det?
Blue Ridge Det 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 Blue Ridge Det?
Blue Ridge Det is owned by BLUE RIDGE ESTATES HOMEOWNERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blue Ridge Det built?
Blue Ridge Det was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Blue Ridge Det?
Blue Ridge Det 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 Blue Ridge Det?
Blue Ridge Det has a dam height of 16 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 Blue Ridge Det last inspected?
Blue Ridge Det was last inspected on August 3, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.