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Schneider 2, located in West Liberty, Pennsylvania, is a private fish and wildlife pond with a primary purpose of enhancing the local ecosystem. Built in 1980 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands 30 feet tall and stretches 300 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet. Situated along Slippery Rock Creek in Butler County, this structure serves as a recreational area for the community while also providing habitat for various wildlife species.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Schneider 2 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, this dam is designed to withstand maximum discharges of up to 320 cubic feet per second. The surrounding area covers 10 acres with a drainage area of 0.22 square miles, making it an important feature in the local watershed.
Although the condition assessment is currently not available, Schneider 2 continues to be a crucial component in the conservation and management of water resources in the region. With its strategic location and structural design, this dam plays a significant role in supporting both aquatic life and recreational activities, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year_Completed | 1980 |
Dam_Height | 30 |
River_Or_Stream | Slippery Rock Creek |
Dam_Length | 300 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 10 |
Hydraulic_Height | 30 |
Drainage_Area | 0.22 |
Nid_Storage | 22 |
Structural_Height | 32 |
Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 32 |