Jeffers Pond
Key Takeaway
Jeffers Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00068 |
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
RICHARD & DIANE MARINO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jeffers Pond?
Jeffers 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 Jeffers Pond?
Jeffers Pond is owned by RICHARD & DIANE MARINO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jeffers Pond built?
Jeffers Pond was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Jeffers Pond?
Jeffers 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 Jeffers Pond?
Jeffers Pond has a dam height of 13 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 Jeffers Pond last inspected?
Jeffers Pond was last inspected on July 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.