White Heron
Key Takeaway
White Heron is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 34 ft (taller than 70.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 614 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00636 |
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
WHITE HERON LAKE, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of White Heron?
White Heron 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 White Heron?
White Heron is owned by WHITE HERON LAKE, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Heron built?
White Heron was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 White Heron?
White Heron 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 White Heron?
White Heron has a dam height of 34 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 White Heron last inspected?
White Heron was last inspected on October 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.