Woods Edge - Pond A
Key Takeaway
Woods Edge - Pond A is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01644 |
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
THE MURRY COMPANIES/SHER-WAL, INC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Woods Edge - Pond A?
Woods Edge - Pond A 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 Woods Edge - Pond A?
Woods Edge - Pond A is owned by THE MURRY COMPANIES/SHER-WAL, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Woods Edge - Pond A?
Woods Edge - Pond A 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 Woods Edge - Pond A?
Woods Edge - Pond A has a dam height of 11 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 Woods Edge - Pond A last inspected?
Woods Edge - Pond A was last inspected on May 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.