Slovene Camp dam
Slovene Camp
Slovene Camp is a privately owned recreational facility located in SNPJ Borough, Lawrence, Pennsylvania. The camp is situated near TR Sugar Creek and is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. The dam at Slovene Camp, completed in 1966, is an earth dam with a height of 33 feet and a length of 985 feet, creating a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet with a normal storage of 43 acre-feet.
The dam at Slovene Camp serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing opportunities for water-based activities in a picturesque natural setting. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is subject to regular inspections, with the last inspection conducted in June 2015. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. However, the camp continues to be a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor adventures in Pennsylvania.
Overall, Slovene Camp offers a unique recreational experience for visitors looking to enjoy the beauty of TR Sugar Creek and the surrounding area. With its tranquil setting and diverse wildlife, the camp provides a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. While the dam may not pose a significant risk, ongoing monitoring and maintenance ensure the safety and enjoyment of all who visit this hidden gem in Lawrence County.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Slovene Camp -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mahoning River At Lowellville Oh | 1,030 cfs | → |
| Beaver River At Wampum | 1,940 cfs | → |
| Slippery Rock Creek At Wurtemburg | 418 cfs | → |
| Mahoning River Below West Ave At Youngstown Oh | 756 cfs | → |
| Beaver River At Beaver Falls | 2,730 cfs | → |
| Connoquenessing Creek Near Zelienople | 221 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Slovene Camp.
Boat launches
- Bessemer Lake
- Bevington Boat Access
- Pa 208;Pa 551 Pulaski
- Mcconnells Mill
- Alduk Access
- West Middlesex Access
Track Slovene Camp in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Slovene Camp
Where does the data for Slovene Camp come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Slovene Camp.