Seven Fields Regional Sw Det

TR KAUFMAN RUN· Butler, Pennsylvania· Built 1999· Earth· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Seven Fields Regional Sw Det is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDPA01668

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 9, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

SEVEN FIELDS BOROUGH

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Seven Fields Regional Sw Det?

Seven Fields Regional Sw Det 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 Seven Fields Regional Sw Det?

Seven Fields Regional Sw Det is owned by SEVEN FIELDS BOROUGH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Seven Fields Regional Sw Det built?

Seven Fields Regional Sw Det was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Seven Fields Regional Sw Det?

Seven Fields Regional Sw Det 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 Seven Fields Regional Sw Det?

Seven Fields Regional Sw Det has a dam height of 14 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 Seven Fields Regional Sw Det last inspected?

Seven Fields Regional Sw Det was last inspected on August 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.