Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1 dam
Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1
Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1, located in Portage, Pennsylvania, is a privately owned Earth dam with a height of 32 feet and a length of 300 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and serves a primary purpose other than water storage. Managed by the Mine Safety and Health Administration, this low-hazard dam has not been inspected for its condition and does not have a designated inspection frequency. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not available.
With a Federal ID of PA83539, Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1 falls under the jurisdiction of the Pittsburgh District and is located in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. The dam, constructed by a private entity, does not have state regulation or permitting in place. While the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are not readily available, it is essential for stakeholders and water resource enthusiasts to keep an eye on the dam's maintenance and potential risks to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
As a key structure in the area, Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1 plays a critical role in managing water resources and mitigating potential hazards. While the dam's purpose and design indicate a focus on non-water storage functions, it is important for relevant agencies and stakeholders to monitor the dam's condition, conduct regular inspections, and develop emergency action plans to address any unforeseen risks. By staying informed and proactive, the community can ensure the continued safety and stability of Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1.
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 Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Conemaugh River At East Conemaugh | 97 cfs | → |
| Conemaugh River At Minersville | 645 cfs | → |
| Stonycreek River At Ferndale | 316 cfs | → |
| Conemaugh River At Seward | 581 cfs | → |
| Yellow Creek Near Homer City | 66 cfs | → |
| Two Lick Creek At Graceton | 131 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Nanty Glo Municipal Park
- Stefan's Campsite
- Adams Croyle
- Duman Lake County Park
- Blue Knob State Park
- Lorain Borough Park
Fishing spots
Track Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1 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 Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1
Where does the data for Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1 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 Mine 33 Sed Pond No. 1.