Wastewater Treatment
Key Takeaway
Wastewater Treatment is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 81.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01260 |
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
OXFORD AREA SEWER AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wastewater Treatment?
Wastewater Treatment 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 Wastewater Treatment?
Wastewater Treatment is owned by OXFORD AREA SEWER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wastewater Treatment built?
Wastewater Treatment was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Wastewater Treatment?
Wastewater Treatment serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wastewater Treatment?
Wastewater Treatment has a dam height of 45 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 Wastewater Treatment last inspected?
Wastewater Treatment was last inspected on December 5, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.