Evans City Waterworks No 1
Key Takeaway
Evans City Waterworks No 1 is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 38 ft (taller than 75.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01070 |
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
EVANS CITY BOROUGH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Evans City Waterworks No 1?
Evans City Waterworks No 1 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 Evans City Waterworks No 1?
Evans City Waterworks No 1 is owned by EVANS CITY BOROUGH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Evans City Waterworks No 1 built?
Evans City Waterworks No 1 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Evans City Waterworks No 1?
Evans City Waterworks No 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Evans City Waterworks No 1?
Evans City Waterworks No 1 has a dam height of 38 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 Evans City Waterworks No 1 last inspected?
Evans City Waterworks No 1 was last inspected on December 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.