Robinson Fork (Pa-647)
Key Takeaway
Robinson Fork (Pa-647) is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 95 ft (taller than 95.4% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 279 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 22 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00821 |
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
OHIO COUNTY COMMISSION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Robinson Fork (Pa-647)?
Robinson Fork (Pa-647) 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 Robinson Fork (Pa-647)?
Robinson Fork (Pa-647) is owned by OHIO COUNTY COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robinson Fork (Pa-647) built?
Robinson Fork (Pa-647) was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Robinson Fork (Pa-647)?
Robinson Fork (Pa-647) serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Robinson Fork (Pa-647)?
Robinson Fork (Pa-647) has a dam height of 95 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 Robinson Fork (Pa-647) last inspected?
Robinson Fork (Pa-647) was last inspected on January 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.