Cave Hollow
Key Takeaway
Cave Hollow is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 29 ft (taller than 63.4% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00208 |
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
BOROUGH OF FAIRCHANCE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cave Hollow?
Cave Hollow 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 Cave Hollow?
Cave Hollow is owned by BOROUGH OF FAIRCHANCE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cave Hollow built?
Cave Hollow was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Cave Hollow?
Cave Hollow serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cave Hollow?
Cave Hollow has a dam height of 29 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 Cave Hollow last inspected?
Cave Hollow was last inspected on December 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.