Royal Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Royal Reservoir is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 239 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00220 |
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
SANDRA A. FOYLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Royal Reservoir?
Royal Reservoir 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 Royal Reservoir?
Royal Reservoir is owned by SANDRA A. FOYLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Royal Reservoir built?
Royal Reservoir was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Royal Reservoir?
Royal Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Royal Reservoir?
Royal Reservoir has a dam height of 32 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 Royal Reservoir last inspected?
Royal Reservoir was last inspected on December 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.