BELTZVILLE LAKE NEAR PARRYVILLE

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December 21, 2024
652 ft 40.85, -75.64


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Beltzville Dam, also known as Beltzville Lake, is a rockfill dam located in Parryville, Pennsylvania. Built in 1969 by ERIK FLOOR & ASSOCIATES, INC. CONSULTING ENGINEERS, the dam serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, recreation, and water supply. Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, Beltzville Dam has a structural height of 177 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 103,625 acre-feet.

The dam's high hazard potential is mitigated through regular monitoring, maintenance, and risk management measures implemented by the US Army Corps of Engineers. As a flood risk reduction structure, Beltzville Dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and ensuring the structural integrity of the dam during severe weather events. Emergency action plans are regularly updated, and coordination with local emergency managers is prioritized to raise awareness and readiness for potential dam-related emergencies.

With a drainage area of 96 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 47,000 cubic feet per second, Beltzville Dam is a key asset in managing water resources and climate-related challenges in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. Its strategic location on the Pohopoco Creek highlights the importance of effective dam management and risk reduction efforts in safeguarding communities and infrastructure from potential flood events.

Elevation Of Reservoir Water Surface Above Datum, Ft 24hr Change 0.02%
Percent of Normal 100%
Minimum 610.22 ft
2016-11-28
Maximum 638.75 ft
2011-03-14
Average 627 ft
Hydraulic_Height 172
Drainage_Area 96
Year_Completed 1969
Nid_Storage 103625
Structural_Height 177
Primary_Dam_Type Rockfill
Foundations Rock
Surface_Area 947
River_Or_Stream POHOPOCO CREEK
Dam_Length 4560
Hazard_Potential High
Nid_Height 177
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