Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is other. 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 | 120 ft (taller than 97.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 985 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 760 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01527 |
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
GREENSPACE LAND, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment?
Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment 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 Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment?
Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment is owned by GREENSPACE LAND, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment?
Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment 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 Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment?
Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment has a dam height of 120 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 Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment last inspected?
Fawn Mine #91 Refuse Impoundment was last inspected on October 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.