Queen Lane Raw Water Basin

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyPhiladelphia
River/StreamWTRSHD SCHUYLKILL RIVER
Coordinates40.01528, -75.18278

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height50 ft
Dam Height50 ft
Dam Length2,800 ft
Year Completed1900 (126 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage540 acre-ft
Max Storage540 acre-ft
Normal Storage500 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerPHILADELPHIA WATER DEPARTMENT
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/11/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA01774
Federal IDPA01774
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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