Taxiway "E" Detention Basin
Key Takeaway
Taxiway "E" Detention Basin is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 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 | 84 ft (taller than 93.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01623 |
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
ALLEGHENY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Taxiway "E" Detention Basin?
Taxiway "E" Detention Basin 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 Taxiway "E" Detention Basin?
Taxiway "E" Detention Basin is owned by ALLEGHENY COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taxiway "E" Detention Basin built?
Taxiway "E" Detention Basin was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Taxiway "E" Detention Basin?
Taxiway "E" 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 Taxiway "E" Detention Basin?
Taxiway "E" Detention Basin has a dam height of 84 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 Taxiway "E" Detention Basin last inspected?
Taxiway "E" Detention Basin was last inspected on July 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.