Warrior Ridge
Key Takeaway
Warrior Ridge is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 60.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 810 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 837 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1906 (120 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00433 |
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
American Hydro Power Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Warrior Ridge?
Warrior Ridge 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 Warrior Ridge?
Warrior Ridge is owned by American Hydro Power Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Warrior Ridge built?
Warrior Ridge was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Warrior Ridge?
Warrior Ridge serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Warrior Ridge?
Warrior Ridge has a dam height of 27 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 Warrior Ridge last inspected?
Warrior Ridge was last inspected on May 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.