Rock Hollow Road
Key Takeaway
Rock Hollow Road is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 58.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01907 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
WELLS FARGO TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rock Hollow Road?
Rock Hollow Road 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 Rock Hollow Road?
Rock Hollow Road is owned by WELLS FARGO TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rock Hollow Road built?
Rock Hollow Road was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Rock Hollow Road?
Rock Hollow Road 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 Rock Hollow Road?
Rock Hollow Road has a dam height of 26 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 Rock Hollow Road last inspected?
Rock Hollow Road was last inspected on June 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.