Summary
Built in 1978, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 1200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 162 acre-feet for recreational purposes. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated."
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Pa-106 undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam offers a surface area of 104 acres and serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities in the area. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and inundation maps are currently not available, indicating a potential area for improvement in its overall risk management measures.
Overall, Pa-106 serves as a crucial water resource structure in Pennsylvania, providing not only recreational opportunities but also ensuring the safety of the surrounding community in the event of emergencies. With ongoing inspections and state regulatory oversight, the dam continues to play a significant role in the management of water resources in the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Pa-106 to be an interesting case study in dam management and the intersection of environmental protection and recreational use.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR CUSSEWAGO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
104 |
Drainage Area |
2.44 |
Nid Storage |
162 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Woodcock Creek At Woodcock Creek Dam
|
61cfs |
French Creek At Meadville
|
822cfs |
Woodcock Creek At Blooming Valley
|
17cfs |
Brandy Run Near Girard
|
16cfs |
French Creek Near Union City
|
468cfs |
Walnut Creek Upstream Pool
|
57cfs |
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.
Pa-106
Saegertown Boat Launch