Slade is a private dam located in Franklin Park Borough, Allegheny, Pennsylvania.
Wind
Humidity
It is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and is used primarily for recreation purposes. The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a height of 17 feet and a length of 220 feet, providing a storage capacity of 23 acre-feet.
With a significant hazard potential, Slade underwent modifications in 2005 for both hydraulic and structural improvements. The dam is inspected every two years, with the last inspection conducted in July 2019, resulting in a satisfactory condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam meets guidelines for emergency action preparedness, although details on emergency contacts and inundation maps are yet to be updated.
Located along Rippling Run, Slade offers a surface area of 2.2 acres and serves as a crucial water resource in the region. Its presence is vital for both recreational activities and water management, emphasizing the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of this essential infrastructure.
Years Modified |
2005 - Hydraulic, 2005 - Structural |
Dam Length |
220 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
RIPPLING RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.45 |
Nid Storage |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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|
17300cfs |
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|
1cfs |
Raccoon Creek At Moffatts Mill
|
29cfs |
Chartiers Creek At Carnegie
|
94cfs |
Beaver River At Beaver Falls
|
1500cfs |
Connoquenessing Creek Near Zelienople
|
116cfs |