University Park Airport Pond 1a
Key Takeaway
University Park Airport Pond 1a is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 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 | 24 ft (taller than 52.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01632 |
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
PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of University Park Airport Pond 1a?
University Park Airport Pond 1a 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 University Park Airport Pond 1a?
University Park Airport Pond 1a is owned by PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was University Park Airport Pond 1a built?
University Park Airport Pond 1a was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 University Park Airport Pond 1a?
University Park Airport Pond 1a serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is University Park Airport Pond 1a?
University Park Airport Pond 1a 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 University Park Airport Pond 1a last inspected?
University Park Airport Pond 1a was last inspected on December 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.