Collum Pond
Key Takeaway
Collum Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 252 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | PA02026 |
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
Wilton Collum
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Collum Pond?
Collum Pond 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 Collum Pond?
Collum Pond is owned by Wilton Collum (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Collum Pond built?
Collum Pond was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Collum Pond?
Collum Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Collum Pond?
Collum Pond has a dam height of 15 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.