Stony Garden Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Stony Garden Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 58.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00980 |
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
PA AMERICAN WATER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stony Garden Reservoir?
Stony Garden Reservoir 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 Stony Garden Reservoir?
Stony Garden Reservoir is owned by PA AMERICAN WATER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stony Garden Reservoir built?
Stony Garden Reservoir was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Stony Garden Reservoir?
Stony Garden Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stony Garden Reservoir?
Stony Garden Reservoir 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 Stony Garden Reservoir last inspected?
Stony Garden Reservoir was last inspected on November 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.