Glass Pond No 2
Key Takeaway
Glass Pond No 2 is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 35.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 396 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00082 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TWO FOR THREE, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glass Pond No 2?
Glass Pond No 2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Glass Pond No 2?
Glass Pond No 2 is owned by TWO FOR THREE, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glass Pond No 2 built?
Glass Pond No 2 was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Glass Pond No 2?
Glass Pond No 2 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 Glass Pond No 2?
Glass Pond No 2 has a dam height of 17 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 Glass Pond No 2 last inspected?
Glass Pond No 2 was last inspected on July 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.