Knox Road Detention

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyMontgomery
River/StreamWEST BRANCH INDIAN CREEK
Coordinates39.99833, -75.28250

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length480 ft
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage7 acre-ft
Max Storage7 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerTOWNSHIP OF LOWER MERION
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection03/22/2019
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA01484
Federal IDPA01484
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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