Christian E Siegrist
Key Takeaway
Christian E Siegrist is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 125 ft (taller than 97.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Roller-Compacted Concrete |
| Max Storage | 5.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 106 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00679 |
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 LEBANON WATER AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Christian E Siegrist?
Christian E Siegrist 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 Christian E Siegrist?
Christian E Siegrist is owned by CITY OF LEBANON WATER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Christian E Siegrist built?
Christian E Siegrist was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Christian E Siegrist?
Christian E Siegrist serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Christian E Siegrist?
Christian E Siegrist has a dam height of 125 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 Christian E Siegrist last inspected?
Christian E Siegrist was last inspected on October 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.