Snyner-Westhaver
Key Takeaway
Snyner-Westhaver is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01538 |
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
CARL SNYNER & KATHY WESTHAVER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snyner-Westhaver?
Snyner-Westhaver 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 Snyner-Westhaver?
Snyner-Westhaver is owned by CARL SNYNER & KATHY WESTHAVER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snyner-Westhaver built?
Snyner-Westhaver was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Snyner-Westhaver?
Snyner-Westhaver serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Snyner-Westhaver?
Snyner-Westhaver has a dam height of 18 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 Snyner-Westhaver last inspected?
Snyner-Westhaver was last inspected on June 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.