Ashton South
Key Takeaway
Ashton South is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01479 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JAMES A ASHTON, ESQ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ashton South?
Ashton South is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ashton South?
Ashton South is owned by JAMES A ASHTON, ESQ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ashton South?
Ashton South serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ashton South?
Ashton South has a dam height of 19 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 Ashton South last inspected?
Ashton South was last inspected on March 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.