Montour Heights Country Club Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Montour Heights Country Club, located in Moon Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, is a privately owned recreational facility that also serves irrigation purposes.


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Summary

The primary structure on site is an earth dam on TR MEEKS RUN, completed in 1987, standing at a height of 54 feet and with a length of 203 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 34 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 1 acre, with a drainage area of 0.04 square miles.

Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, the dam at Montour Heights Country Club is regulated and inspected by the state to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam has been assessed as satisfactory in condition. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in August 2018, with a frequency of inspections every two years to monitor its integrity.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Montour Heights Country Club offers a fascinating insight into the intersection of recreation and water management. With its earth dam structure designed for both irrigation and recreational purposes, the facility provides a unique example of how water resources can be leveraged for multiple benefits in a controlled and regulated manner. The dam's compliance with state regulations and its satisfactory condition highlight the importance of proper maintenance and oversight in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1987

Dam Length

203

Dam Height

54

River Or Stream

TR MEEKS RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Drainage Area

0.04

Nid Storage

34

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

54
       
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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.