Hartstown No 15 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hartstown No 15 is a state-owned recreational dam located in East Fallowfield Township, Pennsylvania, along the Shenango River.


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Summary

Completed in 1989, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 8000 feet, with a storage capacity of 1290 acre-feet. With a surface area of 192 acres and a drainage area of 6.07 square miles, this dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities in Crawford County.

Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Hartstown No 15 is classified as having a low hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment. Despite this, regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. While there is no emergency action plan in place at the moment, the dam meets state regulations for permitting, inspection, and enforcement, providing a safe and enjoyable recreational space for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the surrounding natural beauty of the Shenango River.

Year Completed

1989

Dam Length

8000

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

SHENANGO RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

192

Drainage Area

6.07

Nid Storage

1290

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

10
       
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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.