Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4

TR OUGHOUGHTON CREEK· Northampton, Pennsylvania· Built 1989· Earth· 43 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4 is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 43 ft (taller than 79.6% in PA)
Dam Length5,740 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage325 acre-ft
Normal Storage250 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDPA01417

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 5, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

MC PROJECT COMPANY, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4?

Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4 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 Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4?

Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4 is owned by MC PROJECT COMPANY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4 built?

Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4 was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4?

Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4?

Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4 has a dam height of 43 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 Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4 last inspected?

Martins Creek Ses Ash Basin No 4 was last inspected on August 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.