Kehm Run Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kehm Run, located in York Township, Pennsylvania, is a privately owned recreational dam completed in 1954.


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Summary

With a height of 27 feet and a length of 270 feet, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including irrigation and recreation. The dam has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.9 square miles, making it a vital resource for the surrounding community.

Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Kehm Run is state regulated and regularly inspected to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition according to the latest assessment conducted in 2018. This dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area, providing recreational opportunities while also serving as a water storage facility.

As a key feature in the Baltimore District, Kehm Run is a significant structure that contributes to the local water infrastructure. Its location in York County, Pennsylvania, highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to mitigate potential risks and ensure water resource sustainability for future generations. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Kehm Run represents a valuable asset that requires ongoing attention and care to safeguard its continued functionality and environmental impact.

Year Completed

1954

Dam Length

270

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

KEHM RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

0.9

Nid Storage

60

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.