Savery Mill dam
Savery Mill
Savery Mill, located in Pennsbury Township, Pennsylvania, is a private dam on Bennett's Run with a primary purpose of recreation. Built in 1960, this Earth dam stands at 14 feet tall and spans 300 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 36 acre-feet. Although the dam is categorized as having a significant hazard potential, its condition assessment is rated as fair, with the last inspection conducted in November 2012.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Savery Mill is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's association with the Baltimore District of the US Army Corps of Engineers ensures compliance with federal guidelines for safety and operation. With the potential for recreational use and the importance of maintaining its structural integrity, Savery Mill serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management of dams and reservoirs in the region.
As a key feature in Chester County, Pennsylvania, Savery Mill not only provides essential storage and flood control functions but also offers opportunities for outdoor activities and enjoyment. With its historical significance dating back several decades, the dam continues to be a vital asset for the community. As enthusiasts in water resource and climate management monitor the dam's condition and regulatory oversight, Savery Mill remains a symbol of the delicate balance between human intervention and natural ecosystems in the region.
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 Savery Mill -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Brandywine Creek At Chadds Ford | 131 cfs | → |
| Broad Run At Northbrook | 25 cfs | → |
| Red Clay Creek Near Kennett Square | 14 cfs | → |
| East Branch Brandywine Creek Below Downingtown | 37 cfs | → |
| East Branch White Clay Creek At Avondale | 6 cfs | → |
| Red Clay Creek At Wooddale | 23 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Savery Mill.
Boat launches
- I 95;Us 202 Wilmington
- West Side-Lyndell
- Crown Point Road Oldmans
- Churchmans Road New Castle County
- Plant Road Penns Grove
- Delaware Memorial Bridge Pennsville Township
Campgrounds
- Harmony Hill Wilderness Area Campsite
- Tinicum Island Primitive Campsite
- Lums Pond Youth Camping
- William Penn State Forest Designated Campsite
- Camp Horseshoe
- Mill Bridge Village Camp Resort
Fishing spots
Track Savery Mill 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 Savery Mill
Where does the data for Savery Mill 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 Significant 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 Savery Mill.