Bellwood Reservoir Report
Nearby: Homer Gap No 2 Tipton
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Bellwood, located in Antis Township, Pennsylvania, is a vital Earth dam constructed in 1902 for water supply purposes along the Bells Gap Run.
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Summary
With a height of 61 feet and a length of 1300 feet, Bellwood has a storage capacity of 1924 acre-feet and serves as a crucial water resource for the region. Administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies, ensuring its safety and functionality.
Despite its historical significance and essential role in water supply, Bellwood faces challenges in terms of its condition assessment, rated as poor, and hazard potential, classified as high. With the last inspection conducted in December 2020, Bellwood requires attention and potential improvements to mitigate risks and ensure its reliability in safeguarding the surrounding communities from flooding events. As a structure of strategic importance, Bellwood serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, highlighting the intersection of infrastructure, environmental protection, and community resilience.
With its rich history, functional significance, and regulatory oversight, Bellwood stands as a symbol of the intricate relationship between water resources, infrastructure management, and environmental stewardship. As efforts to address its condition and hazard potential continue, Bellwood exemplifies the ongoing challenges and opportunities in ensuring the safety and sustainability of critical water supply infrastructure in Pennsylvania and beyond. For enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate resilience, Bellwood offers a compelling case study of the complexities and responsibilities associated with maintaining essential infrastructure for the benefit of both present and future generations.
Year Completed |
1902 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
61 |
River Or Stream |
BELLS GAP RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
51 |
Drainage Area |
18.2 |
Nid Storage |
1924 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
61 |
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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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