Homer Gap No 2

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyBlair
River/StreamHOMER GAP RUN
Coordinates40.57139, -78.41639

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length800 ft
Year Completed1913 (113 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage99 acre-ft
Max Storage99 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerALTOONA WATER AUTHORITY
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/15/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00534
Federal IDPA00534
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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