Ray T Mantz

WAPWALLOPEN CREEK· Luzerne, Pennsylvania· Built 1962· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ray T Mantz is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA)
Dam Length425 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage199 acre-ft
Normal Storage129 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDPA00544

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 7, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

WILLIAM S. WORRELL, JR.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ray T Mantz?

Ray T Mantz 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 Ray T Mantz?

Ray T Mantz is owned by WILLIAM S. WORRELL, JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ray T Mantz built?

Ray T Mantz was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Ray T Mantz?

Ray T Mantz 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 Ray T Mantz?

Ray T Mantz has a dam height of 13 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 Ray T Mantz last inspected?

Ray T Mantz was last inspected on December 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.