Antietam dam
Antietam
Antietam is a vital Earth dam located in Hamiltonban Township, Pennsylvania, serving as a crucial water supply source for the area. Completed in 1953, the dam stands at a height of 70 feet and has a capacity of 866 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 464 acre-feet. With a surface area of 27 acres and a drainage area of 3.9 square miles, the dam plays a significant role in managing water resources for the region.
Owned and regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Antietam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. Classified with a high hazard potential and assessed to be in fair condition, the dam is monitored closely to mitigate any potential risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities. Despite its age, Antietam continues to serve its primary purpose of water supply effectively, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and regulation in safeguarding critical infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of dams like Antietam in managing water supply and mitigating risks is crucial. The dam's location along the East Branch Antietam Creek, in Adams County, Pennsylvania, underscores the interconnectedness of water resources and the environment. With ongoing monitoring and regulatory oversight, Antietam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of evolving climate 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 Antietam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Antietam Creek Near Waynesboro | 48 cfs | → |
| Monocacy River At Bridgeport | 33 cfs | → |
| Mountain Creek Near Pine Grove Furnace | 7 cfs | → |
| Big Pipe Creek At Bruceville | 28 cfs | → |
| Bermudian Creek At Oxford Road Nr Heidlersburg | 5 cfs | → |
| Conococheague Creek At Fairview | 197 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Antietam.
Boat launches
- Long Pine
- Catoctin Hollow Road 13916, Frederick County
- Laurel Lake Boat Launch
- Big Red Trail Mount Lena
- Letterkenny Reservoir
- Long Arm Dam, Lawrence B. Sheppard Reservoir
Campgrounds
- Capital Camps & Retreat Center
- Caledonia State Park
- Primitive Campsite #11
- Adirondack Shelters Camping Area
- Primitive Campsite #10
- Owens Creek Campground
Fishing spots
- Melagos Fising Spot
- Little Owens Creek
- Hunting Creek Lake
- Blairs Valley Lake
- Culler Lake
- Potomac River Reservoir
Paddle runs
More reservoirs
Track Antietam 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 Antietam
Where does the data for Antietam 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 High 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 Antietam.