Longstown Village
Key Takeaway
Longstown Village is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 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 | 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01675 |
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
LONGSTOWN VILLAGE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Longstown Village?
Longstown Village 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 Longstown Village?
Longstown Village is owned by LONGSTOWN VILLAGE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Longstown Village built?
Longstown Village was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Longstown Village?
Longstown Village 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 Longstown Village?
Longstown Village has a dam height of 16 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 Longstown Village last inspected?
Longstown Village was last inspected on March 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.