Horsham Towne Upper Pond
Key Takeaway
Horsham Towne Upper Pond is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 35.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01422 |
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
RV OP 1LP C/O WORKSPACE PROPERTY TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horsham Towne Upper Pond?
Horsham Towne Upper Pond 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 Horsham Towne Upper Pond?
Horsham Towne Upper Pond is owned by RV OP 1LP C/O WORKSPACE PROPERTY TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Horsham Towne Upper Pond?
Horsham Towne Upper Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Horsham Towne Upper Pond?
Horsham Towne Upper Pond 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 Horsham Towne Upper Pond last inspected?
Horsham Towne Upper Pond was last inspected on November 17, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.