Neifert Creek (Pa-422a) dam
Neifert Creek (Pa-422a)
Neifert Creek (Pa-422a) is a crucial water resource in Schuylkill, Pennsylvania, managed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. This local government-owned dam, completed in 1968, stands at a height of 55 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 937 acre-feet and a drainage area of 3.1 square miles, Neifert Creek plays a significant role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding Rush Township area.
Despite its age, Neifert Creek dam remains in satisfactory condition, with a high hazard potential due to its purpose and location. Regular inspections ensure its continued functionality, with the last assessment conducted in November 2020. The dam's design as an earth structure with buttress core types reflects a sturdy construction aimed at mitigating flood risks effectively. Additionally, its recreational potential adds to its value as a multipurpose water resource for the community.
As a vital component of water management in the region, Neifert Creek (Pa-422a) represents a successful collaboration between federal and state agencies to ensure the safety and efficiency of this flood risk reduction infrastructure. Its strategic location in Rush Township underscores its importance in safeguarding the local area from potential flooding events. With ongoing regulatory oversight and maintenance, Neifert Creek continues to serve as a crucial asset in managing water resources and climate resilience in Schuylkill, Pennsylvania.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Neifert Creek (Pa-422a) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Schuylkill River At Tamaqua | 41 cfs | → |
| Schuylkill River At Landingville | 209 cfs | → |
| Wapwallopen Creek Near Wapwallopen | 52 cfs | → |
| Lehigh River At Lehighton | 792 cfs | → |
| Pohopoco Cr Bl Beltzville Dam Nr Parryville | 98 cfs | → |
| Aquashicola Creek At Palmerton | 63 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Neifert Creek (Pa-422a).
Boat launches
- Tuscarora Lake Boat Launch
- Locust Lake Boat Launch
- Mauch Chunk Boat Launch
- Mauch Chunk Lake Boat Launch A
- Leaser Lake-(North Ramp)
- Leaser Lake-(South Ramp)
Track Neifert Creek (Pa-422a) in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Neifert Creek (Pa-422a)
Where does the data for Neifert Creek (Pa-422a) come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Neifert Creek (Pa-422a).