Kapp
Key Takeaway
Kapp 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 | 25 ft (taller than 55% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01502 |
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
JAKE & JUNE KAPP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kapp?
Kapp 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 Kapp?
Kapp is owned by JAKE & JUNE KAPP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kapp built?
Kapp 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 Kapp?
Kapp 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 Kapp?
Kapp has a dam height of 25 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 Kapp last inspected?
Kapp was last inspected on July 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.