Enlow Fork (Pa-648)
Key Takeaway
Enlow Fork (Pa-648) is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 76 ft (taller than 92.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 9.9K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 48 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01273 |
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
OHIO COUNTY COMMISSION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Enlow Fork (Pa-648)?
Enlow Fork (Pa-648) 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 Enlow Fork (Pa-648)?
Enlow Fork (Pa-648) is owned by OHIO COUNTY COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Enlow Fork (Pa-648) built?
Enlow Fork (Pa-648) was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Enlow Fork (Pa-648)?
Enlow Fork (Pa-648) 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 Enlow Fork (Pa-648)?
Enlow Fork (Pa-648) has a dam height of 76 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 Enlow Fork (Pa-648) last inspected?
Enlow Fork (Pa-648) was last inspected on January 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.