Emmons Harvey Pond
Key Takeaway
Emmons Harvey Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 386 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | PA02027 |
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
Emmons Harvey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Emmons Harvey Pond?
Emmons Harvey 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 Emmons Harvey Pond?
Emmons Harvey Pond is owned by Emmons Harvey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Emmons Harvey Pond built?
Emmons Harvey Pond was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Emmons Harvey Pond?
Emmons Harvey Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Emmons Harvey Pond?
Emmons Harvey 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.