Prospect Pond
Key Takeaway
Prospect Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 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 | 9 ft (taller than 5.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01580 |
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
KENNETH O. SHAFFER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Prospect Pond?
Prospect Pond 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 Prospect Pond?
Prospect Pond is owned by KENNETH O. SHAFFER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prospect Pond built?
Prospect Pond was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Prospect Pond?
Prospect 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 Prospect Pond?
Prospect Pond has a dam height of 9 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 Prospect Pond last inspected?
Prospect Pond was last inspected on September 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.