Duncan Ave West Flood Control
Key Takeaway
Duncan Ave West Flood Control is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 70.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01692 |
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
TOWN OF McCANDLESS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Duncan Ave West Flood Control?
Duncan Ave West Flood Control 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 Duncan Ave West Flood Control?
Duncan Ave West Flood Control is owned by TOWN OF McCANDLESS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Duncan Ave West Flood Control?
Duncan Ave West Flood Control 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 Duncan Ave West Flood Control?
Duncan Ave West Flood Control has a dam height of 34 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 Duncan Ave West Flood Control last inspected?
Duncan Ave West Flood Control was last inspected on June 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.