Sludge Bed No 4 is a privately owned structure located in Butler Township, Pennsylvania, along the Connoquenessing Creek.
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Built in 1984, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 30 feet and stretches across 2000 feet, providing a storage capacity of 210 acre-feet. While its primary purpose is listed as "Other", it serves a significant role in managing water resources in the area, with a drainage area of 0.02 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 186 acre-feet.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Sludge Bed No 4 is state regulated and inspected, with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection overseeing its operations. The dam's last inspection in November 2020 revealed no significant issues, and it has an established emergency action plan in place. With its location in a critical watershed area, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water management along the Connoquenessing Creek, highlighting the importance of infrastructure like Sludge Bed No 4 in climate-resilient planning and resource protection efforts.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
2000 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
CONNOQUENESSING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
210 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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110cfs |
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