Wharton Boulevard Stormwater
Key Takeaway
Wharton Boulevard Stormwater is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 46.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 284 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01674 |
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
EAGLEVIEW TOWN CENTER CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wharton Boulevard Stormwater?
Wharton Boulevard Stormwater 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 Wharton Boulevard Stormwater?
Wharton Boulevard Stormwater is owned by EAGLEVIEW TOWN CENTER CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wharton Boulevard Stormwater built?
Wharton Boulevard Stormwater was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Wharton Boulevard Stormwater?
Wharton Boulevard Stormwater 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 Wharton Boulevard Stormwater?
Wharton Boulevard Stormwater has a dam height of 21 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 Wharton Boulevard Stormwater last inspected?
Wharton Boulevard Stormwater was last inspected on December 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.