Walden Woods
Key Takeaway
Walden Woods is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 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 | 17 ft (taller than 35.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01691 |
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
TOWNSHIP OF NORTH FAYETTE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Walden Woods?
Walden Woods 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 Walden Woods?
Walden Woods is owned by TOWNSHIP OF NORTH FAYETTE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walden Woods built?
Walden Woods was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Walden Woods?
Walden Woods 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 Walden Woods?
Walden Woods has a dam height of 17 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 Walden Woods last inspected?
Walden Woods was last inspected on October 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.