Belmont Raw Water Basin

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyPhiladelphia
River/StreamWTRSHD SCHUYLKILL RIVER
Coordinates40.00278, -75.21889

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Height30 ft
Dam Length1,200 ft
Year Completed1901 (125 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage220 acre-ft
Max Storage220 acre-ft
Normal Storage145 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerPHILADELPHIA WATER DEPARTMENT
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection08/12/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA01775
Federal IDPA01775
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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