Thomas Meeting Detention Basin
Key Takeaway
Thomas Meeting Detention Basin is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 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 | 5 ft (taller than 0.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01415 |
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
THOMAS MEETING ASSOCIATES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thomas Meeting Detention Basin?
Thomas Meeting 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 Thomas Meeting Detention Basin?
Thomas Meeting Detention Basin is owned by THOMAS MEETING ASSOCIATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomas Meeting Detention Basin built?
Thomas Meeting Detention Basin was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Thomas Meeting Detention Basin?
Thomas Meeting 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 Thomas Meeting Detention Basin?
Thomas Meeting Detention Basin has a dam height of 5 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 Thomas Meeting Detention Basin last inspected?
Thomas Meeting Detention Basin was last inspected on March 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.