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Sludge Bed No 6 is a private water resource facility located in Butler Township, Pennsylvania. Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, this earth dam was completed in 1983 and stands at a height of 88 feet, with a length of 2640 feet. Serving a primary purpose of "Other", the dam has a storage capacity of 781 acre-feet and is situated on the watershed of Connoquenessing Creek.
Despite its fair condition assessment, Sludge Bed No 6 poses a high hazard potential due to its location and storage capacity. The dam has a surface area of 27 acres and drains a small area of 0.05 square miles. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last one taking place in November 2020. The emergency action plan status and risk assessment for this structure remain unspecified, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Sludge Bed No 6 to be an intriguing structure within the network of dams in Pennsylvania. Its unique design features and location on the Connoquenessing Creek watershed offer insights into the management of water resources in the region. With its high hazard potential and fair condition, this dam serves as a key point of interest for those interested in the intersection of infrastructure, environmental protection, and emergency preparedness in the face of climate change impacts.
Year_Completed | 1983 |
Dam_Height | 88 |
River_Or_Stream | WTRSHD CONNOQUENESSING CR |
Dam_Length | 2640 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 27 |
Drainage_Area | 0.05 |
Nid_Storage | 781 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 88 |
OHIO RIVER AT SEWICKLEY | 78200cfs |
BEAVER RIVER AT WAMPUM | 6350cfs |
MAHONING RIVER AT LOWELLVILLE OH | 2310cfs |
ALLEGHENY RIVER AT FRANKLIN | 19100cfs |
MAHONING CREEK AT MAHONING CREEK DAM | 2480cfs |
SLIPPERY ROCK CREEK AT WURTEMBURG | 912cfs |
SHENANGO RIVER NEAR TRANSFER | 439cfs |