Wittmer Road Detention
Key Takeaway
Wittmer Road Detention is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 55% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01510 |
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
TOWN OF McCANDLESS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wittmer Road Detention?
Wittmer Road Detention 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 Wittmer Road Detention?
Wittmer Road Detention is owned by TOWN OF McCANDLESS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wittmer Road Detention built?
Wittmer Road Detention was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Wittmer Road Detention?
Wittmer Road Detention serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wittmer Road Detention?
Wittmer Road Detention has a dam height of 25 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 Wittmer Road Detention last inspected?
Wittmer Road Detention was last inspected on December 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.