Pleasant Valley Estates
Key Takeaway
Pleasant Valley Estates is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 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 | 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01773 |
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
PLEASANT VALLEY ESTATES CIVIC ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pleasant Valley Estates?
Pleasant Valley Estates 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 Pleasant Valley Estates?
Pleasant Valley Estates is owned by PLEASANT VALLEY ESTATES CIVIC ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pleasant Valley Estates built?
Pleasant Valley Estates was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Pleasant Valley Estates?
Pleasant Valley Estates 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 Pleasant Valley Estates?
Pleasant Valley Estates has a dam height of 14 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 Pleasant Valley Estates last inspected?
Pleasant Valley Estates was last inspected on January 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.