Whipple
Key Takeaway
Whipple is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01060 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DCNR
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whipple?
Whipple is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Whipple?
Whipple is owned by DCNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whipple built?
Whipple was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Whipple?
Whipple 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 Whipple?
Whipple has a dam height of 16 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 Whipple last inspected?
Whipple was last inspected on July 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.