Williams Pond
Key Takeaway
Williams Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 60 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 197 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00972 |
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
RUSSELL BROWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Williams Pond?
Williams Pond 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 Williams Pond?
Williams Pond is owned by RUSSELL BROWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Williams Pond built?
Williams Pond was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Williams Pond?
Williams 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 Williams Pond?
Williams Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Williams Pond last inspected?
Williams Pond was last inspected on October 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.