Water Supply
Key Takeaway
Water Supply is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01042 |
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
WHITE HAVEN MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Water Supply?
Water Supply 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 Water Supply?
Water Supply is owned by WHITE HAVEN MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Water Supply built?
Water Supply was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Water Supply?
Water Supply 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 Water Supply?
Water Supply has a dam height of 8 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 Water Supply last inspected?
Water Supply was last inspected on June 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.