Highlands Farm
Key Takeaway
Highlands Farm is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01099 |
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
JOHN B. PETERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Highlands Farm?
Highlands Farm 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 Highlands Farm?
Highlands Farm is owned by JOHN B. PETERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Highlands Farm built?
Highlands Farm was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Highlands Farm?
Highlands Farm serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Highlands Farm?
Highlands Farm 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.
When was Highlands Farm last inspected?
Highlands Farm was last inspected on March 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.