Kessler
Key Takeaway
Kessler is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00871 |
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
P.H. GLATFELTER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kessler?
Kessler 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 Kessler?
Kessler is owned by P.H. GLATFELTER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kessler built?
Kessler was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Kessler?
Kessler serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kessler?
Kessler has a dam height of 11 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 Kessler last inspected?
Kessler was last inspected on June 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.