Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2
Key Takeaway
Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2 is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 57 ft (taller than 87.8% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 3,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 840 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 680 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01669 |
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
PENNSYLVANIA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2?
Holtwood Ses Ash Basin 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 Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2?
Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2 is owned by PENNSYLVANIA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2 built?
Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2?
Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2?
Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2 has a dam height of 57 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 Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2 last inspected?
Holtwood Ses Ash Basin No 2 was last inspected on September 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.