Renaissance Regional Basin
Key Takeaway
Renaissance Regional Basin is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01647 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RENAISSANCE AT GULPH MILLS HLDG CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Renaissance Regional Basin?
Renaissance Regional Basin is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Renaissance Regional Basin?
Renaissance Regional Basin is owned by RENAISSANCE AT GULPH MILLS HLDG CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Renaissance Regional Basin?
Renaissance Regional Basin 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 Renaissance Regional Basin?
Renaissance Regional Basin has a dam height of 15 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 Renaissance Regional Basin last inspected?
Renaissance Regional Basin was last inspected on April 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.