Homer City Sed/Surge Pond
Key Takeaway
Homer City Sed/Surge Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 55% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 205 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01617 |
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
HOMER CITY GENERATION, LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Homer City Sed/Surge Pond?
Homer City Sed/Surge Pond 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 Homer City Sed/Surge Pond?
Homer City Sed/Surge Pond is owned by HOMER CITY GENERATION, LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Homer City Sed/Surge Pond built?
Homer City Sed/Surge Pond was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Homer City Sed/Surge Pond?
Homer City Sed/Surge Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Homer City Sed/Surge Pond?
Homer City Sed/Surge Pond has a dam height of 25 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 Homer City Sed/Surge Pond last inspected?
Homer City Sed/Surge Pond was last inspected on June 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.