Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas
Key Takeaway
Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 46.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01419 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FIFTY-FIVE FIFTY, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas?
Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas?
Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas is owned by FIFTY-FIVE FIFTY, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas built?
Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas 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 Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas?
Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas 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 Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas?
Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas has a dam height of 21 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 Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas last inspected?
Orchard Park Meadows Retention Bas was last inspected on March 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.