Kizer Pond (Pica Pond)
Key Takeaway
Kizer Pond (Pica Pond) is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1845 and is 181 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 5.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 401 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 252 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 85 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1845 (181 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00297 |
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
JOSEPH PICA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kizer Pond (Pica Pond)?
Kizer Pond (Pica 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 Kizer Pond (Pica Pond)?
Kizer Pond (Pica Pond) is owned by JOSEPH PICA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kizer Pond (Pica Pond) built?
Kizer Pond (Pica Pond) was completed in 1845, making it 181 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 Kizer Pond (Pica Pond)?
Kizer Pond (Pica 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 Kizer Pond (Pica Pond)?
Kizer Pond (Pica Pond) has a dam height of 9 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 Kizer Pond (Pica Pond) last inspected?
Kizer Pond (Pica Pond) was last inspected on November 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.