Thorn Hill Park Detention Basin in Marshall Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, is a vital piece of infrastructure designed for flood risk reduction along the TR Brush Creek.
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Completed in 1987, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and spans 1,125 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 28.9 acre-feet to help manage stormwater runoff in the area. The primary purpose of this detention basin is to safeguard the surrounding communities from potential flooding events, with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection overseeing its state-regulated operations.
Despite its significant hazard potential, Thorn Hill Park Detention Basin has been rated as being in fair condition during its last assessment in September 2017. The dam is subject to regular inspection every two years to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood risk reduction. The basin's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified in the available data, though its location, design, and capacity underscore its importance in mitigating flood-related risks in the region. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns, structures like Thorn Hill Park Detention Basin play a crucial role in enhancing community resilience to extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
1125 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR BRUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
28.9 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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