Laroche College Detention Basin #1
Key Takeaway
Laroche College Detention Basin #1 is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 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 | 18 ft (taller than 37.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01391 |
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
TOWN OF McCANDLESS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Laroche College Detention Basin #1?
Laroche College Detention Basin #1 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 Laroche College Detention Basin #1?
Laroche College Detention Basin #1 is owned by TOWN OF McCANDLESS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laroche College Detention Basin #1 built?
Laroche College Detention Basin #1 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Laroche College Detention Basin #1?
Laroche College Detention Basin #1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Laroche College Detention Basin #1?
Laroche College Detention Basin #1 has a dam height of 18 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 Laroche College Detention Basin #1 last inspected?
Laroche College Detention Basin #1 was last inspected on July 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.