Polk Pond
Key Takeaway
Polk Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 30 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01652 |
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
JAMES & PAULA ADAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Polk Pond?
Polk Pond 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 Polk Pond?
Polk Pond is owned by JAMES & PAULA ADAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Polk Pond built?
Polk Pond was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Polk Pond?
Polk Pond 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 Polk Pond?
Polk Pond has a dam height of 11 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 Polk Pond last inspected?
Polk Pond was last inspected on June 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.