Sediment Pond In Pit
Key Takeaway
Sediment Pond In Pit is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 81.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| NID ID | PA83525 |
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
Eastern Industries, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sediment Pond In Pit?
Sediment Pond In Pit 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 Sediment Pond In Pit?
Sediment Pond In Pit is owned by Eastern Industries, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sediment Pond In Pit?
Sediment Pond In Pit serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sediment Pond In Pit?
Sediment Pond In Pit has a dam height of 45 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.