Keilar
Key Takeaway
Keilar is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 652 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 414 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01043 |
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
ELIZABETH SKWEIR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Keilar?
Keilar 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 Keilar?
Keilar is owned by ELIZABETH SKWEIR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keilar built?
Keilar was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Keilar?
Keilar 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 Keilar?
Keilar has a dam height of 19 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 Keilar last inspected?
Keilar was last inspected on June 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.