Center Campus Pond No. 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Swatara Jacobs Creek
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Center Campus Pond No.
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Summary
1, located in Derry Township, Pennsylvania, serves as a vital flood risk reduction structure along the TR SWATARA CREEK. This private earth dam, with a height of 19 feet and a length of 720 feet, provides a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet to help mitigate potential flooding in the area. The dam is under the regulatory oversight of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and is subject to regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment, Center Campus Pond No. 1 poses a high hazard potential due to its location and the volume of water it can impound. With a delineated drainage area of 0.67 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from the impacts of flooding events. As climate change continues to influence precipitation patterns and water resource management strategies, the maintenance and monitoring of this dam become increasingly important for safeguarding both the environment and local residents.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the significance of infrastructure like Center Campus Pond No. 1 in enhancing resilience to extreme weather events. By understanding the purpose and design of this earth dam, we can appreciate the role it plays in reducing flood risks and protecting the community. Continued support for regulatory agencies and inspection protocols will be crucial in ensuring the long-term effectiveness of structures like Center Campus Pond No. 1 in the face of a changing climate.
Dam Length |
720 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR SWATARA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.67 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Swatara Creek Near Hershey
|
218cfs |
Conewago Creek Near Bellaire
|
5cfs |
Quittapahilla Creek Near Bellegrove
|
46cfs |
Paxton Creek Near Glenwood
|
5cfs |
Swatara Creek At Harper Tavern
|
173cfs |
Susquehanna River At Harrisburg
|
11900cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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