Park Place No 3
Key Takeaway
Park Place No 3 is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 34 ft (taller than 70.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1909 (117 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00682 |
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
HAZLETON CITY AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Park Place No 3?
Park Place No 3 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 Park Place No 3?
Park Place No 3 is owned by HAZLETON CITY AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Park Place No 3 built?
Park Place No 3 was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Park Place No 3?
Park Place No 3 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Park Place No 3?
Park Place No 3 has a dam height of 34 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 Park Place No 3 last inspected?
Park Place No 3 was last inspected on January 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.