Wisecarver, located in Franklin Township, Greene County, Pennsylvania, is a vital dam responsible for water supply.
Wind
Humidity
Constructed in 1931, this earth dam stands at a height of 34.5 feet and spans a length of 260 feet, with a storage capacity of 384 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 3.9 square miles, Wisecarver Run serves as the primary source for this dam, ensuring a normal storage capacity of 246 acre-feet. Despite its age, Wisecarver has undergone modifications in 2012 to enhance its hydraulic and structural integrity, maintaining a satisfactory condition assessment.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Wisecarver is regulated, permitted, and inspected by state authorities to ensure public safety. This high-hazard dam has been deemed to meet guidelines for emergency action plans, although specific details on preparedness and risk management measures are currently unavailable. Wisecarver's location in a rural area highlights the importance of its function in supplying water to the local community, underscoring the essential role of dams in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Pennsylvania.
Years Modified |
2012 - Hydraulic, 2012 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1931 |
Dam Length |
260 |
Dam Height |
34.5 |
River Or Stream |
WISECARVER RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Drainage Area |
3.9 |
Nid Storage |
384 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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