Moose Creek Reservoir Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Moose Creek Reservoir, located in Lawrence Township, Pennsylvania, is a vital water supply resource owned and regulated by the local government.


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Summary

With a dam completed in 1910, this Earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet. The reservoir covers a surface area of 4.9 acres and serves the primary purpose of providing water supply to the surrounding area.

Despite its historical significance, Moose Creek Reservoir poses a high hazard potential and has been rated as being in poor condition. The dam has a limited inspection frequency of once per year, with the last inspection conducted in November 2020. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection oversees state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement of this reservoir, ensuring compliance with safety standards and guidelines.

As a key water resource in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, Moose Creek Reservoir requires careful monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of the surrounding community. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find interest in the management and conservation efforts needed to sustain this vital water supply infrastructure for the future.

Year Completed

1910

Dam Length

370

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

MOOSE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.9

Drainage Area

6.4

Nid Storage

87

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

31
       
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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. 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

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, 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.