Shenango Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyMercer
Nearest CitySHARPSVILLE
River/StreamSHENANGO RIVER
Coordinates41.26442, -80.46218

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height68 ft
Dam Length720 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage351,000 acre-ft
Max Storage351,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage29,920 acre-ft
Surface Area3,560 acres
Drainage Area589 sq mi
Max Discharge64,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Pittsburgh District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection10/27/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00111
Federal IDPA00111
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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