Metroplex is a privately owned dam located in Plymouth Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.
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Completed in 1999, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 15 feet and stretches 200 feet in length. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction along Plymouth Creek, with a storage capacity of 50.3 acre-feet and a drainage area of 4.53 square miles.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Metroplex is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is in fair condition and undergoes inspections every 5 years to maintain its structural integrity. It serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood control in the region and plays a key role in protecting the surrounding areas from potential water-related risks.
Located within the jurisdiction of the Baltimore District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Metroplex is an essential component of the local water resource management system. With its strategic placement and design, the dam contributes to the overall resilience of the area against flooding events, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate adaptation and water resource conservation in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
PLYMOUTH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
4.53 |
Nid Storage |
50.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |