Crossing No 5
Key Takeaway
Crossing No 5 is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 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 | 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01831 |
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
HARTEFELD HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Crossing No 5?
Crossing No 5 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 Crossing No 5?
Crossing No 5 is owned by HARTEFELD HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crossing No 5 built?
Crossing No 5 was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Crossing No 5?
Crossing No 5 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 Crossing No 5?
Crossing No 5 has a dam height of 13 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 Crossing No 5 last inspected?
Crossing No 5 was last inspected on April 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.