New Kernsville

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyBerks
River/StreamSCHUYLKILL RIVER
Coordinates40.57306, -76.00167

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height45 ft
Dam Height45 ft
Dam Length1,600 ft
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,260 acre-ft
Max Storage1,260 acre-ft
Normal Storage583 acre-ft
Surface Area54 acres
Drainage Area340 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerDEP
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/14/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00723
Federal IDPA00723
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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