Lauer Run Detention Basin
Key Takeaway
Lauer Run Detention Basin is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 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 | 9 ft (taller than 5.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01495 |
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
BOROUGH OF WYOMISSING
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lauer Run Detention Basin?
Lauer Run Detention Basin 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 Lauer Run Detention Basin?
Lauer Run Detention Basin is owned by BOROUGH OF WYOMISSING (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lauer Run Detention Basin built?
Lauer Run Detention Basin was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Lauer Run Detention Basin?
Lauer Run Detention Basin 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 Lauer Run Detention Basin?
Lauer Run Detention Basin has a dam height of 9 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 Lauer Run Detention Basin last inspected?
Lauer Run Detention Basin was last inspected on July 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.