Madison Heights
Key Takeaway
Madison Heights is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01693 |
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
MADISON HEIGHTS ASSOCIATES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Madison Heights?
Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights?
Madison Heights is owned by MADISON HEIGHTS ASSOCIATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Madison Heights built?
Madison Heights was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Madison Heights?
Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights?
Madison Heights has a dam height of 12 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 Madison Heights last inspected?
Madison Heights was last inspected on June 10, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.