Lindenhurst Road - Basin B dam
Lindenhurst Road - Basin B
Lindenhurst Road - Basin B is a vital flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Bucks, Pennsylvania. This earth dam, with a height of 9.3 feet and a length of 84 feet, plays a crucial role in managing water levels along Core Creek. Owned and regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, this structure is designed to protect Lower Makefield Township from potential flooding events.
With a storage capacity of 10.24 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.24 square miles, Lindenhurst Road - Basin B has a significant hazard potential and is classified as being in fair condition. Despite its modest size, the dam serves as a critical piece of the local water management system, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in the surrounding area. Regular inspections are conducted to maintain the structure's integrity and functionality, with the last inspection taking place in October 2016.
As climate change continues to impact precipitation patterns and increase the frequency of extreme weather events, the importance of infrastructure like Lindenhurst Road - Basin B cannot be overstated. By effectively managing flood risk and protecting communities from potential harm, this dam serves as a valuable asset in safeguarding both the environment and the residents of Bucks County. The commitment to regular maintenance and inspection reflects a proactive approach to water resource management and climate adaptation in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Lindenhurst Road - Basin B -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Neshaminy Creek Near Penns Park | 87 cfs | → |
| Delaware River At Trenton Nj | 8,130 cfs | → |
| Neshaminy Creek Near Rushland | 73 cfs | → |
| Assunpink Creek At Trenton Nj | 144 cfs | → |
| L Neshaminy Cr At Valley Road Nr Neshaminy | 14 cfs | → |
| Delaware And Raritan Canal At Port Mercer Nj | 153 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lindenhurst Road - Basin B.
Boat launches
- Yardley
- Morrisville
- Firemens Eddy/Belle Mountain
- Levittown Lake
- Trenton Public Boat Ramp
- Lambertville In Nj
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Lindenhurst Road - Basin B in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Lindenhurst Road - Basin B
Where does the data for Lindenhurst Road - Basin B come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Lindenhurst Road - Basin B.