Yingst
Key Takeaway
Yingst is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 585 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01660 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RICHARD & CATHY YINGST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yingst?
Yingst is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Yingst?
Yingst is owned by RICHARD & CATHY YINGST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yingst built?
Yingst was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Yingst?
Yingst serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Yingst?
Yingst has a dam height of 16 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 Yingst last inspected?
Yingst was last inspected on July 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.