Duck Pond

TR RACCOON CREEK· Washington, Pennsylvania· Built 1983· Earth· 59 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Duck Pond is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 59 ft (taller than 88.3% in PA)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage690 acre-ft
Normal Storage440 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDPA01247

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 31, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

CHAMPION PROCESSING, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Duck Pond?

Duck Pond 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 Duck Pond?

Duck Pond is owned by CHAMPION PROCESSING, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Duck Pond built?

Duck Pond was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Duck Pond?

Duck Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Duck Pond?

Duck Pond has a dam height of 59 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 Duck Pond last inspected?

Duck Pond was last inspected on October 31, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.