Westtown
Key Takeaway
Westtown is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 633 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01895 |
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
WESTTOWN SCHOOL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Westtown?
Westtown 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 Westtown?
Westtown is owned by WESTTOWN SCHOOL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westtown built?
Westtown was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Westtown?
Westtown 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 Westtown?
Westtown has a dam height of 14 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 Westtown last inspected?
Westtown was last inspected on March 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.