Pole Run No 4
Key Takeaway
Pole Run No 4 is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1877 and is 149 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 | 42 ft (taller than 78.8% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1877 (149 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00686 |
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
MAHANOY TOWNSHIP AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pole Run No 4?
Pole Run No 4 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 Pole Run No 4?
Pole Run No 4 is owned by MAHANOY TOWNSHIP AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pole Run No 4 built?
Pole Run No 4 was completed in 1877, making it 149 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 Pole Run No 4?
Pole Run No 4 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 Pole Run No 4?
Pole Run No 4 has a dam height of 42 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 Pole Run No 4 last inspected?
Pole Run No 4 was last inspected on November 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.