Railroad Creek (Pa-615)
Key Takeaway
Railroad Creek (Pa-615) 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 | 34 ft (taller than 70.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01062 |
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
BUCKS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Railroad Creek (Pa-615)?
Railroad Creek (Pa-615) 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 Railroad Creek (Pa-615)?
Railroad Creek (Pa-615) is owned by BUCKS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Railroad Creek (Pa-615) built?
Railroad Creek (Pa-615) 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 Railroad Creek (Pa-615)?
Railroad Creek (Pa-615) 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 Railroad Creek (Pa-615)?
Railroad Creek (Pa-615) 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 Railroad Creek (Pa-615) last inspected?
Railroad Creek (Pa-615) was last inspected on April 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.