Ft Charles Young
Key Takeaway
Ft Charles Young is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 75 ft (taller than 92.2% in PA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01655 |
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
VISIONQUEST, INC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ft Charles Young?
Ft Charles Young 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 Ft Charles Young?
Ft Charles Young is owned by VISIONQUEST, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ft Charles Young?
Ft Charles Young 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 Ft Charles Young?
Ft Charles Young has a dam height of 75 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 Ft Charles Young last inspected?
Ft Charles Young was last inspected on July 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.