White Oak Pond
Key Takeaway
White Oak Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1830 and is 196 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 | 26 ft (taller than 58.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 223 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1830 (196 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00147 |
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
PA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of White Oak Pond?
White Oak Pond 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 Oak Pond?
White Oak Pond is owned by PA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Oak Pond built?
White Oak Pond was completed in 1830, making it 196 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 Oak Pond?
White Oak Pond 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 Oak Pond?
White Oak Pond has a dam height of 26 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 Oak Pond last inspected?
White Oak Pond was last inspected on August 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.