Muddy Run Recreation Dam, located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is a rockfill dam completed in 1967 by the Philadelphia Electric Company for hydroelectric purposes.
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The dam stands at 90 feet in height and spans 750 feet across the Susquehanna River, with a storage capacity of 3,000 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 11,000 cubic feet per second. While primarily serving as a hydroelectric facility, the dam also offers recreational opportunities with a surface area of 100 acres for activities like boating and fishing.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Muddy Run Recreation Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Regular inspections are conducted every three years, with the last inspection taking place in August 2019. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 140 feet to manage excess water flow. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam's design and construction uphold safety standards to mitigate risks and ensure public safety.
Overall, Muddy Run Recreation Dam is an essential water resource infrastructure in Pennsylvania, contributing to clean energy production and providing recreational amenities for the community. With its strategic location and efficient operations, the dam serves as a model for sustainable water management practices while balancing environmental conservation and public enjoyment.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
90 |
River Or Stream |
Susquehanna River |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
100 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
3000 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
90 |
Muddy Creek At Castle Fin
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74cfs |
Pequea Creek At Martic Forge
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63cfs |
Conestoga River At Conestoga
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244cfs |
Pequea Creek Near Ronks
|
29cfs |
Susquehanna River At Conowingo
|
5060cfs |
Conestoga River At Lancaster
|
129cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Andrews
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Hmilton Ruins Outpost
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Susquehanna
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Jamestown
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Whiteford Branch Outpost
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Prospect
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