David Mine Sedimentation Pond No 2 dam
David Mine Sedimentation Pond No 2
David Mine Sedimentation Pond No 2 is a private water resource structure located in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, specifically in Kiskiminetas Township. This Earth-type dam was completed in 1989 and stands at a height of 35 feet, with a length of 270 feet. The pond has a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.5 square miles, with a surface area of 5 acres.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, this sedimentation pond serves a primary purpose of 'Other' and is regulated by the state. With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam requires regular inspections, with the last one conducted in November 2020. Despite its age, the structure has been maintained to meet safety standards, ensuring its effectiveness in managing sediment and protecting downstream water quality in the TR Long Run.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the critical role that David Mine Sedimentation Pond No 2 plays in environmental protection and sediment control. Its location within the Pittsburgh District and close oversight by state regulators highlight the importance of maintaining and monitoring infrastructure for sustainable water management in the region. As a key component of the local watershed, this pond serves as a vital resource for preserving water quality and mitigating the impacts of mining activities on the surrounding ecosystem.
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 David Mine Sedimentation Pond No 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kiskiminetas River At Vandergrift | 1,610 cfs | → |
| Loyalhanna Creek At Loyalhanna Dam | 221 cfs | → |
| Crooked Creek At Idaho | 66 cfs | → |
| Conemaugh River At Tunnelton | 1,220 cfs | → |
| Crooked Creek At Crooked Creek Dam | 159 cfs | → |
| Allegheny River At Natrona | 16,500 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near David Mine Sedimentation Pond No 2.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Bush
- Crooked Creek Recreation Area
- Keystone State Park
- Burnt Ridge Campground
- Antiochian Village Camp
- Camp Ligonier
Track David Mine Sedimentation Pond No 2 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 David Mine Sedimentation Pond No 2
Where does the data for David Mine Sedimentation Pond No 2 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 David Mine Sedimentation Pond No 2.