Hutchinson
Key Takeaway
Hutchinson is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 43.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01061 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
HARVEY HUTCHINSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hutchinson?
Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson?
Hutchinson is owned by HARVEY HUTCHINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hutchinson built?
Hutchinson was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Hutchinson?
Hutchinson serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hutchinson?
Hutchinson 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 Hutchinson last inspected?
Hutchinson was last inspected on July 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.