Lingertots Pond
Key Takeaway
Lingertots Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 428 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01044 |
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
JOHN AND ANN MORRAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lingertots Pond?
Lingertots 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 Lingertots Pond?
Lingertots Pond is owned by JOHN AND ANN MORRAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lingertots Pond built?
Lingertots Pond was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Lingertots Pond?
Lingertots 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 Lingertots Pond?
Lingertots Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Lingertots Pond last inspected?
Lingertots Pond was last inspected on June 2, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.