Mathies Sediment Pond No 5
Key Takeaway
Mathies Sediment Pond No 5 is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 69.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01364 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CANESTRALE ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL CORP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mathies Sediment Pond No 5?
Mathies Sediment Pond No 5 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mathies Sediment Pond No 5?
Mathies Sediment Pond No 5 is owned by CANESTRALE ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL CORP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mathies Sediment Pond No 5 built?
Mathies Sediment Pond No 5 was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Mathies Sediment Pond No 5?
Mathies Sediment Pond No 5 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mathies Sediment Pond No 5?
Mathies Sediment Pond No 5 has a dam height of 33 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 Mathies Sediment Pond No 5 last inspected?
Mathies Sediment Pond No 5 was last inspected on November 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.