Golden Pond
Key Takeaway
Golden Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | PA02008 |
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
Hemlock Council Of Girl Scouts
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Golden Pond?
Golden Pond 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 Golden Pond?
Golden Pond is owned by Hemlock Council Of Girl Scouts (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Golden Pond built?
Golden Pond was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Golden Pond?
Golden Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Golden Pond?
Golden Pond has a dam height of 28 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.