Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Faulkner Brook (Sgl #299) is a state-regulated earth dam located in Scott Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania.


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Summary

With a primary purpose of recreation, this dam stands at a height of 13.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 149 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Faulkner Brook, with a drainage area of 0.99 square miles and a surface area of 13.8 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, Faulkner Brook Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential improvements to ensure its long-term stability. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in October 2020, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. The risk assessment for the dam is considered moderate, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and management measures to mitigate any potential risks.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Faulkner Brook Dam serves as a valuable recreational resource in the area while also raising awareness about the importance of maintaining and assessing the condition of dams to ensure public safety and environmental protection. With its regulated status and moderate risk assessment, Faulkner Brook Dam represents a case study for the ongoing challenges and responsibilities associated with managing water infrastructure in a changing climate context.

Dam Height

13.5

River Or Stream

FAULKNER BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13.8

Drainage Area

0.99

Nid Storage

149

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.