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Hilltown (Pa-625) is a crucial earth dam located in Hilltown Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1980. This dam serves as a flood risk reduction structure along the West Branch of Neshaminy Creek, with a height of 42 feet and a length of 1140 feet. It has a storage capacity of 855 acre-feet, providing essential protection for the surrounding area with a drainage area of 2.8 square miles.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Hilltown (Pa-625) is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its proper functioning and safety. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition, with its last inspection date recorded in April 2020. Its emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are yet to be determined, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and management of this critical infrastructure.
As a significant flood risk reduction structure in the region, Hilltown (Pa-625) plays a vital role in protecting the community from potential disasters. With its strategic location and effective design, this dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local and federal agencies in safeguarding water resources and mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events in the area.
Year_Completed | 1980 |
Dam_Height | 42 |
River_Or_Stream | TR WEST BR NESHAMINY CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1140 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Drainage_Area | 2.8 |
Nid_Storage | 855 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 42 |
Location | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
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Brendan Byrne State Forest | |||
Atsion - Wharton State Forest | |||
Tobyhanna State Park | |||
Godfrey Bridge - Wharton State Forest | |||
Parvin State Park | |||
Bass River State Forest |