Susquehanna Woods Lower
Key Takeaway
Susquehanna Woods Lower is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 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 | 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01697 |
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
ABINGTON TOWNSHIP
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Susquehanna Woods Lower?
Susquehanna Woods Lower 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 Susquehanna Woods Lower?
Susquehanna Woods Lower is owned by ABINGTON TOWNSHIP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Susquehanna Woods Lower built?
Susquehanna Woods Lower was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Susquehanna Woods Lower?
Susquehanna Woods Lower 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 Susquehanna Woods Lower?
Susquehanna Woods Lower has a dam height of 14 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 Susquehanna Woods Lower last inspected?
Susquehanna Woods Lower was last inspected on October 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.