Cherry Farm Basin #1
Key Takeaway
Cherry Farm Basin #1 is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 162 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01796 |
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
CHERRY FARM HOME OWNERS ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cherry Farm Basin #1?
Cherry Farm Basin #1 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 Cherry Farm Basin #1?
Cherry Farm Basin #1 is owned by CHERRY FARM HOME OWNERS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cherry Farm Basin #1 built?
Cherry Farm Basin #1 was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Cherry Farm Basin #1?
Cherry Farm Basin #1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cherry Farm Basin #1?
Cherry Farm Basin #1 has a dam height of 8 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 Cherry Farm Basin #1 last inspected?
Cherry Farm Basin #1 was last inspected on January 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.