Berlin Road Detention Basin Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Berlin Road Detention Basin in Westmoreland, Pennsylvania, is a concrete dam constructed in 2003 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along TR Bushy Run.


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Summary

Owned by the local government and regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, this structure has a dam height of 10.63 feet and a storage capacity of 19 acre-feet. It serves as a vital infrastructure for mitigating flood hazards in the region and plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding areas from potential water-related disasters.

With a hazard potential rated as high, the Berlin Road Detention Basin undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The last inspection was conducted in October 2019, with a satisfactory condition assessment reported. The dam has a designated emergency action plan (EAP) for prompt responses in case of emergencies, although details on its preparedness and adherence to guidelines are currently unspecified. Its location in Penn Township and its association with the Huntington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers highlight the collaborative efforts in managing water resources and climate risks in the area.

Overall, Berlin Road Detention Basin stands as a critical infrastructure in Westmoreland, Pennsylvania, holding a significant role in flood risk reduction and water resource management. With its construction completed in 2003, this concrete dam serves as a key defense against potential inundations along TR Bushy Run. Regular inspections, a high hazard potential rating, and the presence of an emergency action plan underscore the importance of this structure in safeguarding the local community from water-related disasters.

Years Modified

2003 - Hydraulic

Year Completed

2003

Dam Length

200

Dam Height

10.63

River Or Stream

TR BUSHY RUN

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Drainage Area

0.26

Nid Storage

19

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

11
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.