Collins Pond
Key Takeaway
Collins Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1867 and is 159 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1867 (159 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00148 |
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
MS. JANE E. ERK AS TRUSTEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Collins Pond?
Collins Pond 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 Collins Pond?
Collins Pond is owned by MS. JANE E. ERK AS TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Collins Pond built?
Collins Pond was completed in 1867, making it 159 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 Collins Pond?
Collins 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 Collins Pond?
Collins Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Collins Pond last inspected?
Collins Pond was last inspected on June 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.