Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299)
Key Takeaway
Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299) is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01707 |
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
PA GAME COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299)?
Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299) 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 Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299)?
Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299) is owned by PA GAME COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299)?
Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299) 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 Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299)?
Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299) has a dam height of 14 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 Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299) last inspected?
Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299) was last inspected on October 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.