Boldy
Key Takeaway
Boldy is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 51% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 222 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | PA02003 |
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
Joseph Boldy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boldy?
Boldy 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 Boldy?
Boldy is owned by Joseph Boldy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boldy built?
Boldy was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Boldy?
Boldy serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boldy?
Boldy has a dam height of 23 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.