Towamensing Trails
Key Takeaway
Towamensing Trails is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 38 ft (taller than 75.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 190 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00920 |
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
TOWAMENSING TRAILS P.O.A.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Towamensing Trails?
Towamensing Trails 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 Towamensing Trails?
Towamensing Trails is owned by TOWAMENSING TRAILS P.O.A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Towamensing Trails built?
Towamensing Trails was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Towamensing Trails?
Towamensing Trails serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Towamensing Trails?
Towamensing Trails has a dam height of 38 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 Towamensing Trails last inspected?
Towamensing Trails was last inspected on October 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.