Poncenaâ Dam
Key Takeaway
Poncenaâ Dam is classified as high hazard in Puerto Rico. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 48 ft (taller than 11.1% in PR) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | PR00035 |
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
SUCESION SERRALLES INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Poncenaâ Dam?
Poncenaâ Dam 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 Poncenaâ Dam?
Poncenaâ Dam is owned by SUCESION SERRALLES INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poncenaâ Dam built?
Poncenaâ Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Poncenaâ Dam?
Poncenaâ Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Poncenaâ Dam?
Poncenaâ Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Poncenaâ Dam last inspected?
Poncenaâ Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.