Stanford Avenue Detention Basin
Key Takeaway
Stanford Avenue Detention Basin is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 60.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 483 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01146 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SPRING TOWNSHIP
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stanford Avenue Detention Basin?
Stanford Avenue Detention Basin is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Stanford Avenue Detention Basin?
Stanford Avenue Detention Basin is owned by SPRING TOWNSHIP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stanford Avenue Detention Basin built?
Stanford Avenue Detention Basin was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Stanford Avenue Detention Basin?
Stanford Avenue Detention Basin 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 Stanford Avenue Detention Basin?
Stanford Avenue Detention Basin has a dam height of 27 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 Stanford Avenue Detention Basin last inspected?
Stanford Avenue Detention Basin was last inspected on December 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.