Camp Delmont
Key Takeaway
Camp Delmont is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 236 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00938 |
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
CRADLE OF LIBERTY, BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Delmont?
Camp Delmont 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 Camp Delmont?
Camp Delmont is owned by CRADLE OF LIBERTY, BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Delmont built?
Camp Delmont was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Camp Delmont?
Camp Delmont serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Camp Delmont?
Camp Delmont has a dam height of 19 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 Camp Delmont last inspected?
Camp Delmont was last inspected on July 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.