Witmer
Key Takeaway
Witmer is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 5.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00995 |
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 AMERICAN WATER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Witmer?
Witmer 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 Witmer?
Witmer is owned by PA AMERICAN WATER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Witmer built?
Witmer was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Witmer?
Witmer 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 Witmer?
Witmer has a dam height of 9 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 Witmer last inspected?
Witmer was last inspected on October 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.