Leonard George
Key Takeaway
Leonard George is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 84% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 342 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01866 |
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
LEONARD GEORGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leonard George?
Leonard George 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 Leonard George?
Leonard George is owned by LEONARD GEORGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leonard George built?
Leonard George was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Leonard George?
Leonard George 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 Leonard George?
Leonard George has a dam height of 50 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 Leonard George last inspected?
Leonard George was last inspected on July 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.