Brechbill Dam
Key Takeaway
Brechbill Dam is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 319 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | PA02023 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Ivan Brechbill
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brechbill Dam?
Brechbill Dam 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 Brechbill Dam?
Brechbill Dam is owned by Ivan Brechbill (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brechbill Dam built?
Brechbill Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Brechbill Dam?
Brechbill Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brechbill Dam?
Brechbill Dam has a dam height of 15 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.