Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11 dam
Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11
Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11 is a privately owned sediment pond located in Franklin Township, Greene County, Pennsylvania. This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 220 feet, with a storage capacity of 36 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is listed as 'Other', with a normal storage capacity of 5.5 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.1 acres. The dam is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and has been inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in November 2019.
The pond is situated on TR Smith Creek and is part of the Huntington District. The dam has been modified in 2015 for hydraulic purposes, ensuring its structural integrity and safety. Despite its satisfactory condition assessment, Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11 is classified as having a high hazard potential, prompting the need for emergency action plans and risk management measures to be put in place. With its location in a vulnerable area, it is crucial for stakeholders and authorities to stay vigilant and ensure the ongoing safety and maintenance of this important water resource infrastructure.
Overall, Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11 serves an essential role in sediment control and water management in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices and proactive risk mitigation strategies in safeguarding our water resources and adapting to changing climate conditions. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and monitoring the status of infrastructure like Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11 is crucial for promoting resilience and sustainability in the face of environmental challenges.
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 Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Fork Tenmile Creek At Jefferson | 69 cfs | → |
| Dunkard Creek At Shannopin | 76 cfs | → |
| Monongahela River Near Masontown | 1,550 cfs | → |
| Deckers Creek At Morgantown | 48 cfs | → |
| Redstone Creek At Waltersburg | 203 cfs | → |
| Buffalo Creek At Barrackville | 73 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Mason - Dixon Historical Park
- Chestnut Ridge Regional Park
- Coopers Rock State Forest
- Cedar Creek Trekker Campground
Fishing spots
- Bruceton Mills Public Fishing Area
- Belmot Lake
- Belmont Lake
- Deep Creek Lake
- Barnesville Reservoir Number Three
- Snowy Creek
Track Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11 in the Snoflo app
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About Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11
Where does the data for Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11 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 High 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 Emerald No. 1 Sed Pond 11.