Silver Creek Reservoir

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountySchuylkill
River/StreamSILVER CREEK
Coordinates40.75389, -76.12889

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height38 ft
Dam Height38 ft
Dam Length1,000 ft
Year Completed1850 (176 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage850 acre-ft
Max Storage850 acre-ft
Normal Storage640 acre-ft
Surface Area49 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerMUNICIPAL AUTHORITY OF THE TOWNSHIP OF BLYTHE
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/05/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00665
Federal IDPA00665
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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