14-North Impoundment Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Located in Indiana Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, the 14-North Impoundment is a privately owned dam regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam stands at 42 feet tall and spans 200 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 25 acre-feet. The impoundment serves as a critical water resource along TR CAMPBELL RUN, with a normal storage capacity of 17.5 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.4 acres.

With a high hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the 14-North Impoundment is subject to regular inspections and enforcement by state regulatory agencies. The dam has not been modified since its completion and lacks emergency action plans, raising concerns about its risk management measures. Despite these challenges, the dam plays a crucial role in water management within the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure practices in mitigating climate-related risks and ensuring the safety of surrounding communities.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the 14-North Impoundment underscores the need for proactive risk assessment and management strategies. With its high hazard potential and limited risk management measures in place, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing resilience in water infrastructure design and maintenance. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to advocate for sustainable practices and policies that enhance the safety and integrity of critical infrastructure like the 14-North Impoundment, safeguarding communities and ecosystems for generations to come.

Dam Length

200

Dam Height

42

River Or Stream

TR CAMPBELL RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.4

Drainage Area

0.14

Nid Storage

25

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

42
       
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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.