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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Tr Tunkhannock Creek
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Needle is a privately owned earth dam located in Benton Township, Lackawanna, Pennsylvania, along the TR Tunkhannock Creek. It was completed in 1974 and serves primarily for recreational purposes with a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 11 feet and spans 185 feet in length, creating a surface area of 35 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, Needle is currently in poor condition, as indicated by the last inspection in May 2019.

Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Needle is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 5 years. While the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment measures are unclear, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to keep track of Needle's maintenance and potential hazards to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.

Year_Completed 1974
Dam_Height 11
River_Or_Stream TR TUNKHANNOCK CREEK
Dam_Length 185
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 35
Drainage_Area 3.8
Nid_Storage 140
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 11
       

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