Whipporwill
Key Takeaway
Whipporwill is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01857 |
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
FRACKVILLE BOROUGH
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whipporwill?
Whipporwill 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 Whipporwill?
Whipporwill is owned by FRACKVILLE BOROUGH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Whipporwill?
Whipporwill 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 Whipporwill?
Whipporwill has a dam height of 11 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 Whipporwill last inspected?
Whipporwill was last inspected on September 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.