Hosensock (Pa-424) is a local government-owned earth dam located on Hosensock Creek in Ryan Township, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania.
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Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1960, this dam primarily serves the purpose of flood risk reduction. With a height of 35 feet and a length of 795 feet, Hosensock (Pa-424) has a storage capacity of 613 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.1 square miles.
Managed and regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Hosensock (Pa-424) is classified as having a high hazard potential with a fair condition assessment. The dam underwent its last inspection in December 2020, with an inspection frequency of 1 year. Despite its age, Hosensock (Pa-424) continues to play a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and oversight of water resource infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
795 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
HOSENSOCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
2.1 |
Nid Storage |
613 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |