Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond dam
Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond
Located in Whiteley Township, Greene County, Pennsylvania, Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond is a privately owned earth dam structure constructed in 1985 with a primary purpose designated as 'Other.' Standing at a height of 25 feet and a length of 275 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 21.5 acre-feet and serves as a crucial water resource management tool in the area. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, ensuring that it meets all necessary safety and environmental standards.
With Whiteley Creek as the primary river or stream, Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond plays a significant role in flood control and water storage in the region. The dam's condition is assessed as satisfactory, with a significant hazard potential. In 2015, hydraulic modifications were made to enhance its functionality, and regular inspections are conducted to maintain its integrity. As a key infrastructure in the area, the dam underscores the importance of effective water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond become even more critical in managing water flow and mitigating potential risks. The dam's design, storage capacity, and regulatory oversight highlight the proactive approach taken to ensure the safety and efficiency of water management systems in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of structures like Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond is essential in promoting sustainable water management practices and resilience in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
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 Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Fork Tenmile Creek At Jefferson | 24 cfs | → |
| Dunkard Creek At Shannopin | 74 cfs | → |
| Monongahela River Near Masontown | 2,120 cfs | → |
| Deckers Creek At Morgantown | 27 cfs | → |
| Buffalo Creek At Barrackville | 73 cfs | → |
| Redstone Creek At Waltersburg | 49 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond.
Boat launches
- New Geneva
- Glassworks
- Caperton Trail 371, Star City
- Rice's Landing
- Mon River Trail North Monongalia County
- Point Marion
Campgrounds
- Mason - Dixon Historical Park
- Coopers Rock State Forest
- Chestnut Ridge Regional Park
- Tall Oaks Campground
Fishing spots
Track Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond 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 Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond
Where does the data for Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond 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 Significant 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 Cumberland No 1 Sed Pond.