Black Pond
Key Takeaway
Black Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 172 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00039 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
FLOYD SHORES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Black Pond?
Black 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 Black Pond?
Black Pond is owned by FLOYD SHORES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Black Pond built?
Black Pond was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Black Pond?
Black 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 Black Pond?
Black Pond has a dam height of 13 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 Black Pond last inspected?
Black Pond was last inspected on June 10, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.