Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 76.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 364 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01265 |
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
PEG RUN COAL COMPANY, INC.
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment?
Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment 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 Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment?
Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment is owned by PEG RUN COAL COMPANY, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment built?
Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment?
Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment 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 Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment?
Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment has a dam height of 39 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 Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment last inspected?
Pegs Run Slurry Impoundment was last inspected on July 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.