Big Spring

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyWestmoreland
River/StreamBIG SPRING RUN
Coordinates40.40694, -79.00111

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height43 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length1,000 ft
Year Completed1907 (119 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage161 acre-ft
Max Storage161 acre-ft
Normal Storage129 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerHIGHRIDGE WATER AUTHORITY
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/07/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00461
Federal IDPA00461
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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