Schneider 2
Key Takeaway
Schneider 2 is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 65% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 320 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | PA02002 |
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
Harold Schneider
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schneider 2?
Schneider 2 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 Schneider 2?
Schneider 2 is owned by Harold Schneider (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schneider 2 built?
Schneider 2 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Schneider 2?
Schneider 2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schneider 2?
Schneider 2 has a dam height of 30 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.