Campbells Pond
Key Takeaway
Campbells Pond is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01340 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
G. KEITH TURNBULL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Campbells Pond?
Campbells Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Campbells Pond?
Campbells Pond is owned by G. KEITH TURNBULL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Campbells Pond built?
Campbells Pond was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Campbells Pond?
Campbells 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 Campbells Pond?
Campbells Pond has a dam height of 19 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 Campbells Pond last inspected?
Campbells Pond was last inspected on December 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.