Donald Amick Pond
Key Takeaway
Donald Amick Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 125 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | PA02000 |
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
Donald Amick
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Donald Amick Pond?
Donald Amick 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 Donald Amick Pond?
Donald Amick Pond is owned by Donald Amick (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Donald Amick Pond built?
Donald Amick Pond was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Donald Amick Pond?
Donald Amick Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Donald Amick Pond?
Donald Amick 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.