Round Top
Key Takeaway
Round Top is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1902 and is 124 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1902 (124 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00276 |
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
MIDDLETOWN BOROUGH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Round Top?
Round Top 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 Round Top?
Round Top is owned by MIDDLETOWN BOROUGH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Round Top built?
Round Top was completed in 1902, making it 124 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 Round Top?
Round Top serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Round Top?
Round Top has a dam height of 8 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 Round Top last inspected?
Round Top was last inspected on July 11, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.