Wanzo
Key Takeaway
Wanzo is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 251 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01523 |
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
JEFFREY S. WISEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wanzo?
Wanzo 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 Wanzo?
Wanzo is owned by JEFFREY S. WISEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wanzo?
Wanzo 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 Wanzo?
Wanzo has a dam height of 11 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 Wanzo last inspected?
Wanzo was last inspected on June 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.