Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 51 ft (taller than 84.8% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00806 |
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
NESQUEHONING BOROUGH AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir?
Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir 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 Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir?
Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir is owned by NESQUEHONING BOROUGH AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir built?
Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir?
Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir?
Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir has a dam height of 51 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 Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir last inspected?
Nesquehoning 4th Hollow Reservoir was last inspected on December 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.