Green Valley Farms
Key Takeaway
Green Valley Farms is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 51% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01101 |
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
GREEN VALLEY FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Green Valley Farms?
Green Valley Farms 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 Green Valley Farms?
Green Valley Farms is owned by GREEN VALLEY FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Valley Farms built?
Green Valley Farms was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Green Valley Farms?
Green Valley Farms 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 Green Valley Farms?
Green Valley Farms has a dam height of 23 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 Green Valley Farms last inspected?
Green Valley Farms was last inspected on October 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.