Hidden Valley Pond No 2
Key Takeaway
Hidden Valley Pond No 2 is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01449 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SEVEN SPRINGS MOUNTAIN RESORT, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hidden Valley Pond No 2?
Hidden Valley Pond No 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hidden Valley Pond No 2?
Hidden Valley Pond No 2 is owned by SEVEN SPRINGS MOUNTAIN RESORT, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hidden Valley Pond No 2 built?
Hidden Valley Pond No 2 was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Hidden Valley Pond No 2?
Hidden Valley Pond No 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hidden Valley Pond No 2?
Hidden Valley Pond No 2 has a dam height of 14 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 Hidden Valley Pond No 2 last inspected?
Hidden Valley Pond No 2 was last inspected on March 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.