Pond View Farm
Key Takeaway
Pond View Farm is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01465 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOSEPH AND PAT BELLANCA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pond View Farm?
Pond View Farm is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pond View Farm?
Pond View Farm is owned by JOSEPH AND PAT BELLANCA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pond View Farm built?
Pond View Farm was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Pond View Farm?
Pond View Farm 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 Pond View Farm?
Pond View Farm has a dam height of 10 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 Pond View Farm last inspected?
Pond View Farm was last inspected on October 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.