Watres
Key Takeaway
Watres is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 135 ft (taller than 97.8% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,406 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 167 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00451 |
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
PA AMERICAN WATER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Watres?
Watres 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 Watres?
Watres is owned by PA AMERICAN WATER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Watres built?
Watres was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Watres?
Watres serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Watres?
Watres has a dam height of 135 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 Watres last inspected?
Watres was last inspected on September 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.