Labelle Slurry Pond #3
Key Takeaway
Labelle Slurry Pond #3 is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 245 ft (taller than 99.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 2,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 318 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00295 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MATT CANESTRALE CONTRACTING, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Labelle Slurry Pond #3?
Labelle Slurry Pond #3 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Labelle Slurry Pond #3?
Labelle Slurry Pond #3 is owned by MATT CANESTRALE CONTRACTING, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Labelle Slurry Pond #3 built?
Labelle Slurry Pond #3 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Labelle Slurry Pond #3?
Labelle Slurry Pond #3 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 Labelle Slurry Pond #3?
Labelle Slurry Pond #3 has a dam height of 245 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 Labelle Slurry Pond #3 last inspected?
Labelle Slurry Pond #3 was last inspected on December 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.