University Park Airport Pond 1a Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
University Park Airport Pond 1a, located in Benner Township, Centre County, Pennsylvania, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along TR Big Hollow Creek.
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Summary
Constructed in 1995, this privately owned Earth dam stands at 23.5 feet tall and spans a length of 600 feet, providing a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet. Despite its significant role in flood control, the dam is deemed to have a high hazard potential and a poor condition assessment, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, University Park Airport Pond 1a is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. While the dam has not undergone modifications in recent years, its last inspection in December 2020 revealed the need for attention to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation during heavy precipitation events.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the vital role that University Park Airport Pond 1a plays in mitigating flood risks in the region. As its condition assessment indicates room for improvement, continued monitoring, maintenance, and potentially rehabilitation efforts will be key to ensuring the longevity and effectiveness of this important Earth dam in safeguarding the community against potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
23.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR BIG HOLLOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.19 |
Nid Storage |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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