Wildcat, Sgl #56
Key Takeaway
Wildcat, Sgl #56 is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 665 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01714 |
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
PA GAME COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wildcat, Sgl #56?
Wildcat, Sgl #56 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 Wildcat, Sgl #56?
Wildcat, Sgl #56 is owned by PA GAME COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wildcat, Sgl #56 built?
Wildcat, Sgl #56 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Wildcat, Sgl #56?
Wildcat, Sgl #56 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 Wildcat, Sgl #56?
Wildcat, Sgl #56 has a dam height of 7 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 Wildcat, Sgl #56 last inspected?
Wildcat, Sgl #56 was last inspected on June 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.