Maiden Creek Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Maiden Creek Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00712 |
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
MAIDENCREEK TOWNSHIP WATER AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Maiden Creek Reservoir?
Maiden Creek Reservoir 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 Maiden Creek Reservoir?
Maiden Creek Reservoir is owned by MAIDENCREEK TOWNSHIP WATER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maiden Creek Reservoir built?
Maiden Creek Reservoir was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Maiden Creek Reservoir?
Maiden Creek Reservoir 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 Maiden Creek Reservoir?
Maiden Creek Reservoir has a dam height of 15 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 Maiden Creek Reservoir last inspected?
Maiden Creek Reservoir was last inspected on June 18, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.