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EBERLE (PA-456)

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Closes Creek
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Eberle (Pa-456) is a significant Earth dam located in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1964. This dam serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Closes Creek, with a height of 65 feet and a length of 1130 feet. With a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.6 square miles, Eberle plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding.

Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Eberle is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced for safety and compliance with state guidelines. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains satisfactory, ensuring its structural integrity and reliability for flood control. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last inspection in August 2020, to maintain the dam's effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in Westfield Township.

As a key component in the local government's flood risk reduction strategy, Eberle (Pa-456) stands as a vital infrastructure asset in safeguarding the community and environment from potential water-related disasters. Its history, design, and operational standards underscore its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Tioga, Pennsylvania.

Year_Completed 1964
Dam_Height 65
River_Or_Stream CLOSES CREEK
Dam_Length 1130
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 1
Drainage_Area 0.6
Nid_Storage 175
Hazard_Potential High
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 65
       

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