Shenandoah Creek, located in Mahanoy Township, Pennsylvania, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1935 primarily for recreation purposes.
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With a height of 34 feet and a length of 1000 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 44.3 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres. The creek has a drainage area of 0.11 square miles and is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
Despite its age, Shenandoah Creek's dam has a low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of its last inspection in August 2016. The dam is subject to regular inspections every five years to ensure its safety and functionality. Its emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and inundation maps have not been updated or prepared, indicating a potential area for improvement in terms of emergency preparedness.
Overall, Shenandoah Creek's dam provides a valuable recreational resource for the local community while also serving as a vital water management structure. Its relatively low hazard potential and satisfactory condition reflect the efforts put into maintaining and monitoring the dam over the years. Moving forward, continued attention to emergency preparedness and risk assessment will be essential to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding area in the event of any unforeseen events.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR SHENANDOAH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
44.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |