Laurel Hill Creek
Key Takeaway
Laurel Hill Creek is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 48.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 26 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00235 |
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
BOROUGH OF SOMERSET
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Laurel Hill Creek?
Laurel Hill Creek 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 Laurel Hill Creek?
Laurel Hill Creek is owned by BOROUGH OF SOMERSET (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laurel Hill Creek built?
Laurel Hill Creek was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Laurel Hill Creek?
Laurel Hill Creek serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Laurel Hill Creek?
Laurel Hill Creek has a dam height of 22 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 Laurel Hill Creek last inspected?
Laurel Hill Creek was last inspected on July 20, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.