Vanderpool
Key Takeaway
Vanderpool is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01520 |
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
ALBERT AND JANICE VANDERPOOL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vanderpool?
Vanderpool 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 Vanderpool?
Vanderpool is owned by ALBERT AND JANICE VANDERPOOL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vanderpool built?
Vanderpool was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Vanderpool?
Vanderpool 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 Vanderpool?
Vanderpool 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 Vanderpool last inspected?
Vanderpool was last inspected on June 17, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.