Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6
Key Takeaway
Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6 is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 76.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 8,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01207 |
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
BRUNNER ISLAND, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6?
Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6 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 Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6?
Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6 is owned by BRUNNER ISLAND, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6 built?
Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6?
Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6 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 Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6?
Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6 has a dam height of 39 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 Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6 last inspected?
Brunner Island Ash Basin No 6 was last inspected on March 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.