Brier Crest Woods
Key Takeaway
Brier Crest Woods is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 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 | 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00879 |
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
BRIER CREST WOODS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brier Crest Woods?
Brier Crest Woods 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 Brier Crest Woods?
Brier Crest Woods is owned by BRIER CREST WOODS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brier Crest Woods built?
Brier Crest Woods was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Brier Crest Woods?
Brier Crest Woods 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 Brier Crest Woods?
Brier Crest Woods has a dam height of 16 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 Brier Crest Woods last inspected?
Brier Crest Woods was last inspected on January 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.