Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond

TR EAST FORK STATELINE CREEK· Beaver, Pennsylvania· Built 1990· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 61.9% in PA)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage20 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDPA01455

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: May 29, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

THOMAS McLAUGHLIN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond?

Industrial Wastes, INC South 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 Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond?

Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond is owned by THOMAS McLAUGHLIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond built?

Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond?

Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond 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 Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond?

Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond has a dam height of 28 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 Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond last inspected?

Industrial Wastes, INC South Pond was last inspected on May 29, 2019. 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.