National Dam Inspection Program. Buzzard Swamp Waterfowl Area Number 6 Dam (NDI I.D. PA-1007, DER I.D. 24-51), Ohio River Basin, Muddy Fork, Elk County, Pennsylvania. Phase I Inspection Report

摘要

Based on the visual inspection and the evaluation of available information, the Buzzard Swamp Waterfowl Area No. 6 Dam is considered to be in good condition. At the time of inspection, no conditions were observed that would adversely affect the overall performance of the structure. The analysis showed that the spillway was capable of accommodating the upper limit of the spillway design flood, 50 percent of the PMF. Therefore, the spillway capacity is considered to be adequate. The following actions are recommended for implementation as soon as possible or on a continuing basis: (1) Around-the-clock surveillance should be provided during unusually heavy rainfall and/or runoff. In addition, a formal warning system should be devised to provide for alerting downstream residents in the event of an emergency; (2) The dam and appurtenant structures should be inspected regularly and necessary maintenance should be performed on a regular basis.