Wayne Glen Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wayne Glen, located in Chester, Pennsylvania, is a private dam that plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction along the TRIBUTARY TO TROUT CREEK.


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Summary

With a dam height of 14 feet and a length of 490 feet, Wayne Glen has a storage capacity of 37 acre-feet, making it a significant structure in the area. The dam, primarily constructed with earth and stone materials, is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its integrity.

Despite being labeled as having a high hazard potential, Wayne Glen's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for further evaluation and assessment. The dam has not been modified in recent years, and its Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk management measures remain unclear. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and monitoring the state of Wayne Glen is essential for ensuring its effectiveness in flood risk mitigation and the overall safety of the surrounding community. The dam's proximity to residential areas underscores the importance of maintaining its structural integrity and implementing necessary safety protocols.

Dam Length

490

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO TROUT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

1.18

Nid Storage

37

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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.