Valley View
Key Takeaway
Valley View is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 748 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00312 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WOODLEDGE VILLAGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Valley View?
Valley View is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Valley View?
Valley View is owned by WOODLEDGE VILLAGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Valley View built?
Valley View was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Valley View?
Valley View serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Valley View?
Valley View 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 Valley View last inspected?
Valley View was last inspected on December 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.