Union City Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyErie
Nearest CityUNION CITY
River/StreamFRENCH CREEK
Coordinates41.92050, -79.90035

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height88 ft
Dam Length1,420 ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage94,000 acre-ft
Max Storage94,000 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area222 sq mi
Max Discharge64,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Pittsburgh District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection06/28/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00103
Federal IDPA00103
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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