Ashley Furniture Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ashley Furniture, located in Ontelaunee Township, Pennsylvania, is associated with the TR Schuylkill River and serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction in the area.
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Summary
This privately owned Earth dam, completed in 1991, stands at a height of 10.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 57.5 acre-feet. With a length of 760 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing the water levels and protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events.
Despite its importance in flood risk reduction, Ashley Furniture's dam has an undetermined hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection took place in October 2017, with no updated information available on its current state. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unknown, its role in safeguarding the area against flood risks underscores the need for continued monitoring and assessment to ensure its effectiveness in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource challenges.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like Ashley Furniture in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks is essential. With its location on the TR Schuylkill River and its impact on Ontelaunee Township, this Earth dam stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts to adapt to and address the challenges posed by climate change. By staying informed about the condition and maintenance of critical infrastructure like Ashley Furniture, we can contribute to the preservation of our water resources and the resilience of our communities in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
760 |
Dam Height |
10.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR SCHUYLKILL RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.32 |
Nid Storage |
57.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
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Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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