Ashley Furniture
Key Takeaway
Ashley Furniture is classified as unknown in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01515 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ASHLEY FURNITURE INDUSTRIES INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ashley Furniture?
Ashley Furniture is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ashley Furniture?
Ashley Furniture is owned by ASHLEY FURNITURE INDUSTRIES INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ashley Furniture built?
Ashley Furniture was completed in 1991, making it 35 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Ashley Furniture?
Ashley Furniture serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ashley Furniture?
Ashley Furniture has a dam height of 11 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Ashley Furniture last inspected?
Ashley Furniture was last inspected on October 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.