Briggs Street Detention
Key Takeaway
Briggs Street Detention is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01308 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF SCRANTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Briggs Street Detention?
Briggs Street Detention is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Briggs Street Detention?
Briggs Street Detention is owned by CITY OF SCRANTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Briggs Street Detention?
Briggs Street Detention 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 Briggs Street Detention?
Briggs Street Detention 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 Briggs Street Detention last inspected?
Briggs Street Detention was last inspected on January 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.