Peach Bottom Atomic Power
Key Takeaway
Peach Bottom Atomic Power is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 70.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00390 |
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
EXELON GENERATION COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Peach Bottom Atomic Power?
Peach Bottom Atomic Power 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 Peach Bottom Atomic Power?
Peach Bottom Atomic Power is owned by EXELON GENERATION COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Peach Bottom Atomic Power built?
Peach Bottom Atomic Power was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Peach Bottom Atomic Power?
Peach Bottom Atomic Power serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Peach Bottom Atomic Power?
Peach Bottom Atomic Power 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 Peach Bottom Atomic Power last inspected?
Peach Bottom Atomic Power was last inspected on July 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.