Hamilton Street
Key Takeaway
Hamilton Street is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1,370 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00951 |
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
CITY OF ALLENTOWN
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Little Lehigh
Lehigh, PA
Low Hazard 8 ftDetention Pond
Lehigh, PA
Low Hazard 32 ftCedar Crest Boulevard
Lehigh, PA
High Hazard 7 ftIllicks Mill
Northampton, PA
Low Hazard 15 ftNorthampton
Northampton, PA
Low Hazard 8 ftSpring Mill
Lehigh, PA
Low Hazard 27 ftErrickson Fish Pond
Lehigh, PA
High Hazard 15 ftRolling Greens (Bethlehem Twp Det)
Northampton, PA
High Hazard 12 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hamilton Street?
Hamilton Street 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 Hamilton Street?
Hamilton Street is owned by CITY OF ALLENTOWN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamilton Street built?
Hamilton Street was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Hamilton Street?
Hamilton Street serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hamilton Street?
Hamilton Street 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 Hamilton Street last inspected?
Hamilton Street was last inspected on March 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.