Billets Pond

TR SUGAR RUN· Bradford, Pennsylvania· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Billets Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA)
Dam Length440 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage213 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDPA01282

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 17, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

PAT REITHOFFER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Billets Pond?

Billets Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Billets Pond?

Billets Pond is owned by PAT REITHOFFER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Billets Pond?

Billets 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 Billets Pond?

Billets 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 Billets Pond last inspected?

Billets Pond was last inspected on June 17, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.