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Emerald No. 2 Main Valley Eastern is a private-owned dam located in Franklin Township, Greene County, Pennsylvania. This Earth dam, with a height of 270 feet and a length of 5170 feet, holds a storage capacity of 7272.5 acre-feet on TR Smith Creek. The dam is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and inspected by the Mine Safety and Health Administration.
With a high hazard potential, this dam poses significant risks if not properly maintained. However, recent inspections have deemed its condition as satisfactory, ensuring its ability to withstand potential stresses. The dam has not undergone any significant modifications or risk assessments in recent years, indicating a need for continued monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the safety of downstream communities and the environment.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts should take note of Emerald No. 2 Main Valley Eastern as a crucial structure in the region's water management system. Its strategic location and storage capacity on TR Smith Creek play a key role in regulating water flow and mitigating flood risks. Ongoing efforts by regulatory agencies and private owners are essential to ensure the dam's long-term functionality and safety in the face of changing climate conditions and increasing water resource demands.
Dam_Height | 270 |
River_Or_Stream | TR SMITH CREEK |
Dam_Length | 5170 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Drainage_Area | 0.17 |
Nid_Storage | 7272.5 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 270 |
SHORT CREEK NEAR DILLONVALE OH | 153cfs |
DECKERS CREEK AT MORGANTOWN | 133cfs |
MONONGAHELA RIVER NEAR MASONTOWN | 12900cfs |
SOUTH FORK TENMILE CREEK AT JEFFERSON | 243cfs |
YOUGHIOGHENY RIVER AT OHIOPYLE | 2050cfs |
WEST FORK RIVER AT ENTERPRISE | 1210cfs |
OHIO RIVER ABOVE SARDIS | 72700cfs |