Palmer
Key Takeaway
Palmer is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 43.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01003 |
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
90 FLEETWOOD INDUSTRES,INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Palmer?
Palmer 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 Palmer?
Palmer is owned by 90 FLEETWOOD INDUSTRES,INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Palmer built?
Palmer was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Palmer?
Palmer 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 Palmer?
Palmer has a dam height of 20 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 Palmer last inspected?
Palmer was last inspected on May 19, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.