Huntington Woods Retention Pond
Key Takeaway
Huntington Woods Retention Pond is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 43.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01414 |
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
ANDREA M EVANS & MARK R WALTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Huntington Woods Retention Pond?
Huntington Woods Retention 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 Huntington Woods Retention Pond?
Huntington Woods Retention Pond is owned by ANDREA M EVANS & MARK R WALTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Huntington Woods Retention Pond built?
Huntington Woods Retention Pond was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Huntington Woods Retention Pond?
Huntington Woods Retention 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 Huntington Woods Retention Pond?
Huntington Woods Retention Pond has a dam height of 20 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 Huntington Woods Retention Pond last inspected?
Huntington Woods Retention Pond was last inspected on July 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.