Beaver Pond
Key Takeaway
Beaver Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1909 and is 117 years old. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1909 (117 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00133 |
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
SHAWYN OLSEN CORBETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Pond?
Beaver Pond 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 Beaver Pond?
Beaver Pond is owned by SHAWYN OLSEN CORBETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Pond built?
Beaver Pond was completed in 1909, making it 117 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 Beaver Pond?
Beaver Pond 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 Beaver Pond?
Beaver Pond has a dam height of 15 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 Beaver Pond last inspected?
Beaver Pond was last inspected on March 31, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.