Sweny
Key Takeaway
Sweny is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 52.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01544 |
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
HERBERT S.SWENY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sweny?
Sweny 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 Sweny?
Sweny is owned by HERBERT S.SWENY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sweny built?
Sweny was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Sweny?
Sweny serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sweny?
Sweny has a dam height of 24 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 Sweny last inspected?
Sweny was last inspected on June 3, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.