Lower
Key Takeaway
Lower is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1921 and is 105 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 52.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 127 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1921 (105 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00987 |
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 EAST STROUDSBURG
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lower?
Lower 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 Lower?
Lower is owned by BOROUGH OF EAST STROUDSBURG (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower built?
Lower was completed in 1921, making it 105 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 Lower?
Lower serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lower?
Lower has a dam height of 24 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 Lower last inspected?
Lower was last inspected on July 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.