Parker Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Parker is a state-owned dam located in Clearfield, Pennsylvania, specifically in Huston Township.


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Summary

Built in 1935, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and stretches for 740 feet across Laurel Run. With a storage capacity of 318 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 105 acre-feet, Parker primarily serves a recreational purpose for visitors in the area. Despite being regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential, although its current condition is rated as fair.

Situated within the Baltimore District, Parker is under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections, permit requirements, and enforcement by the state regulatory agency. The dam, having no associated structures, is solely responsible for managing water flow on Laurel Run and providing recreational opportunities in the surrounding area. While its risk assessment and emergency action plan status are unspecified, the dam's hazard potential and fair condition underscore the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the community and the environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Parker represents a key piece of infrastructure in Pennsylvania that warrants attention and oversight to mitigate potential risks and ensure its continued functionality for recreational and water management purposes.

Year Completed

1935

Dam Length

740

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

LAUREL RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Drainage Area

17.9

Nid Storage

318

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.