West Whiteland Business Park
Key Takeaway
West Whiteland Business Park is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01418 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WHITELAND BUSINESS PARK OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of West Whiteland Business Park?
West Whiteland Business Park is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates West Whiteland Business Park?
West Whiteland Business Park is owned by WHITELAND BUSINESS PARK OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of West Whiteland Business Park?
West Whiteland Business Park 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 West Whiteland Business Park?
West Whiteland Business Park has a dam height of 12 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 West Whiteland Business Park last inspected?
West Whiteland Business Park was last inspected on March 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.