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Located in Northampton Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, Spring Garden is a state-regulated dam on the Neshaminy Creek with a primary purpose of recreation. Built in 1920, this concrete dam stands at a height of 9 feet and has a length of 275 feet, providing a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, with a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in June 2018.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Spring Garden is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam, designed as a buttress type with an unknown foundation, serves as a recreational resource with a surface area of 12 acres and a drainage area of 165 square miles. Despite its age, the dam's risk assessment and management measures are currently unspecified, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality for both water resource and climate enthusiasts who enjoy its recreational offerings.
Year_Completed | 1920 |
Dam_Height | 9 |
River_Or_Stream | NESHAMINY CREEK |
Dam_Length | 275 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Concrete |
Surface_Area | 12 |
Drainage_Area | 165 |
Nid_Storage | 112 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 9 |