Howell Pond

WEST BRANCH DYBERRY CREEK· Wayne, Pennsylvania· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Howell Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage295 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
NID IDPA01590

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 8, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

PETER ARNOLD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Howell Pond?

Howell Pond 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 Howell Pond?

Howell Pond is owned by PETER ARNOLD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Howell Pond?

Howell Pond 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 Howell Pond?

Howell Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Howell Pond last inspected?

Howell Pond was last inspected on October 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.