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Feldman (Pa-420) is a local government-owned earth-type dam located in Oregon Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania. Built in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR Carley Brook. Standing at a height of 33 feet and stretching 470 feet in length, Feldman (Pa-420) has a storage capacity of 201 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2 acres.
Managed and regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Feldman (Pa-420) is considered to have a high hazard potential with a fair condition assessment. The dam has undergone state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, demonstrating its commitment to ensuring public safety and environmental protection. While there are no associated structures and the dam has not been modified in recent years, regular inspections are conducted to assess its structural integrity and overall safety.
With its strategic location in a flood-prone area and its crucial role in mitigating flood risks, Feldman (Pa-420) stands as a significant water resource infrastructure in Pennsylvania. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and increase the frequency of extreme weather events, the importance of well-maintained dams like Feldman (Pa-420) in safeguarding communities against flooding becomes increasingly vital.
Year_Completed | 1961 |
Dam_Height | 33 |
River_Or_Stream | TR CARLEY BROOK |
Dam_Length | 470 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 2 |
Drainage_Area | 0.9 |
Nid_Storage | 201 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 33 |