Sickler Pond
Key Takeaway
Sickler Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 5.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 328 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 94 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00293 |
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
THOMAS & MARY POPECK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sickler Pond?
Sickler Pond 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 Sickler Pond?
Sickler Pond is owned by THOMAS & MARY POPECK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sickler Pond built?
Sickler Pond was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Sickler Pond?
Sickler 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 Sickler Pond?
Sickler 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 Sickler Pond last inspected?
Sickler Pond was last inspected on December 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.