Whetstone No 2 Storage
Key Takeaway
Whetstone No 2 Storage is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 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 | 36 ft (taller than 73.4% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00388 |
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
BROCKWAY BOROUGH MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whetstone No 2 Storage?
Whetstone No 2 Storage 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 Whetstone No 2 Storage?
Whetstone No 2 Storage is owned by BROCKWAY BOROUGH MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whetstone No 2 Storage built?
Whetstone No 2 Storage was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Whetstone No 2 Storage?
Whetstone No 2 Storage 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 Whetstone No 2 Storage?
Whetstone No 2 Storage has a dam height of 36 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 Whetstone No 2 Storage last inspected?
Whetstone No 2 Storage was last inspected on October 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.