Ridilla Upper Pond A
Key Takeaway
Ridilla Upper Pond A is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01319 |
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
HARRY R. RIDILLA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ridilla Upper Pond A?
Ridilla Upper Pond A 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 Ridilla Upper Pond A?
Ridilla Upper Pond A is owned by HARRY R. RIDILLA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ridilla Upper Pond A?
Ridilla Upper Pond A 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 Ridilla Upper Pond A?
Ridilla Upper Pond A has a dam height of 15 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 Ridilla Upper Pond A last inspected?
Ridilla Upper Pond A was last inspected on February 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.