Laurelwood Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Laurelwood is a privately owned dam located in Cranberry Township, Butler County, Pennsylvania.


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Summary

It was completed in 1993 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR Brush Creek. With a dam height of 13.8 feet and a length of 440 feet, Laurelwood has a storage capacity of 8.7 acre-feet and serves as a vital infrastructure in the region's water resource management.

Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Laurelwood is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its operational integrity. The dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." Despite this, Laurelwood plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding communities from potential water-related disasters.

As a key component of the flood control system in the area, Laurelwood represents a critical piece of infrastructure that helps to safeguard against the impacts of extreme weather events and changing climate patterns. Its presence highlights the importance of proactive water resource management and the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding areas. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate Laurelwood for its role in promoting sustainable development and resilience in the face of environmental challenges.

Year Completed

1993

Dam Length

440

Dam Height

13.8

River Or Stream

TR BRUSH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.49

Nid Storage

8.7

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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. 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.