FEMA Approves Additional $1.6 Million To Rebuild Angelica Dam
Release Date: August 13, 2004
Release Number: R3-04-087
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. -- The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved an additional $1.6 million toward the rebuilding of Angelica Lake Dam in Reading, Pa., damaged by floodwaters as a result of Tropical Storm Allison in June 2001.
FEMA obligated $660,901 in August 2001 for preliminary work on the dam.
“FEMA’s Public Assistance program is crucial in helping governments rebuild after disasters,” said Michael D. Brown, Under Secretary of Homeland Security for Emergency Preparedness and Response. “Making this dam functional again will bring the lake back to an important recreational area in the City of Reading.”
The earthen dam, which was constructed in the late 19th century, had a concrete spillway that was rebuilt in 1972. Angelica Lake also serves as a secondary water reservoir for the Reading Fire Department’s pumper trucks.
FEMA is funding the reconstruction of the dam and a new reinforced concrete spillway. The work in the City of Reading is being done in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
The Federal share is $1,607,489 – 75 percent of the project cost of $2,143,318 for Angelica Lake Dam. FEMA previously funded preliminary work involved in the reconstruction of the dam at $660,901 - 75 percent of a total project worksheet cost of $881,202.
On March 1, 2003, FEMA became part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. FEMA's continuing mission within the new department is to lead the effort to prepare the nation for all hazards and effectively manage federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. FEMA also initiates mitigation activities, trains first responders and manages the National Flood Insurance Program and the U.S. Fire Administration.
Last Modified: Friday, 13-Aug-2004 17:26:16