Janesville
Key Takeaway
Janesville is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01532 |
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
GULICH TOWNSHIP
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Janesville?
Janesville 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 Janesville?
Janesville is owned by GULICH TOWNSHIP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Janesville?
Janesville 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 Janesville?
Janesville has a dam height of 12 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 Janesville last inspected?
Janesville was last inspected on August 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.