Remington Road Detention
Key Takeaway
Remington Road Detention is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 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 | 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01373 |
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
TOWNSHIP OF LOWER MERION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Remington Road Detention?
Remington Road Detention 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 Remington Road Detention?
Remington Road Detention is owned by TOWNSHIP OF LOWER MERION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Remington Road Detention built?
Remington Road Detention was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Remington Road Detention?
Remington Road Detention 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 Remington Road Detention?
Remington Road Detention has a dam height of 16 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 Remington Road Detention last inspected?
Remington Road Detention was last inspected on December 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.