National Dam Inspection Program. Hilltown Dam (NDS ID Number PA-01065, DER ID Number 9-177, SCS PA-625), Delaware River Basin, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Phase I Inspection Report.

Abstract

Hilltown Dam is owned by the Neshaminy Water Resources Authority and maintained by Bucks County. The dam and reservoir are used as a flood control structure for the downstream town of Chalfont, Pennsylvania. The impoundment was designed by the United States Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service, in 1977, and the structure was officially completed in 1980. The dam and its appurtenant facilities are considered to be in good condition. The dam is classified as an 'Intermediate' size structure with a 'High' hazard classification, consistent with its potential in the event of failure for extensive property damage and loss of life downstream of the dam and in Chalfont, Pennsylvania.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA091163

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