Finkleday (Pa-421)
Key Takeaway
Finkleday (Pa-421) is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 20 ft (taller than 43.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00087 |
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
WAYNE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Finkleday (Pa-421)?
Finkleday (Pa-421) 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 Finkleday (Pa-421)?
Finkleday (Pa-421) is owned by WAYNE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Finkleday (Pa-421) built?
Finkleday (Pa-421) was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Finkleday (Pa-421)?
Finkleday (Pa-421) 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 Finkleday (Pa-421)?
Finkleday (Pa-421) has a dam height of 20 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 Finkleday (Pa-421) last inspected?
Finkleday (Pa-421) was last inspected on November 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.