Lower Woods Pond
Key Takeaway
Lower Woods Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1848 and is 178 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 46.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 890 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 91 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1848 (178 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00152 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Woods Pond?
Lower Woods Pond is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lower Woods Pond?
Lower Woods Pond is owned by PA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Woods Pond built?
Lower Woods Pond was completed in 1848, making it 178 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 Lower Woods Pond?
Lower Woods 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 Lower Woods Pond?
Lower Woods Pond has a dam height of 21 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 Lower Woods Pond last inspected?
Lower Woods Pond was last inspected on April 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.