Fishpond
Key Takeaway
Fishpond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 76.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 567 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00899 |
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
NICHOLAS SPOCK, M.D.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fishpond?
Fishpond 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 Fishpond?
Fishpond is owned by NICHOLAS SPOCK, M.D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fishpond built?
Fishpond was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Fishpond?
Fishpond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fishpond?
Fishpond has a dam height of 39 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 Fishpond last inspected?
Fishpond was last inspected on June 6, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.