Palomino Farms Retention Basin
Key Takeaway
Palomino Farms Retention Basin is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 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 | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01066 |
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
WARRINGTON TOWNSHIP
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Palomino Farms Retention Basin?
Palomino Farms Retention Basin 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 Palomino Farms Retention Basin?
Palomino Farms Retention Basin is owned by WARRINGTON TOWNSHIP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Palomino Farms Retention Basin built?
Palomino Farms Retention Basin was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Palomino Farms Retention Basin?
Palomino Farms Retention Basin 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 Palomino Farms Retention Basin?
Palomino Farms Retention Basin 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 Palomino Farms Retention Basin last inspected?
Palomino Farms Retention Basin was last inspected on March 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.