Hartwig
Key Takeaway
Hartwig is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 35.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01595 |
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
MICHAEL AND CAROLMARIE CHUBIRKA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hartwig?
Hartwig 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 Hartwig?
Hartwig is owned by MICHAEL AND CAROLMARIE CHUBIRKA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hartwig built?
Hartwig was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Hartwig?
Hartwig 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 Hartwig?
Hartwig 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 Hartwig last inspected?
Hartwig was last inspected on July 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.