Lake Ridge Estates Detention
Key Takeaway
Lake Ridge Estates Detention is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 35.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01721 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAKE RIDGE ESTATES POA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Ridge Estates Detention?
Lake Ridge Estates Detention is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Ridge Estates Detention?
Lake Ridge Estates Detention is owned by LAKE RIDGE ESTATES POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Ridge Estates Detention built?
Lake Ridge Estates Detention was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Lake Ridge Estates Detention?
Lake Ridge Estates Detention serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Ridge Estates Detention?
Lake Ridge Estates Detention has a dam height of 17 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 Lake Ridge Estates Detention last inspected?
Lake Ridge Estates Detention was last inspected on March 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.