Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Colerain Township, Bedford County, Pennsylvania, Bedford Co.


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Summary

Sportsmen's Club Lake is a private recreational site regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Completed in 1955, this Earth-type dam stands at 29 feet high and spans 1,112 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 131 acre-feet. With a surface area of 12.8 acres and a drainage area of 0.11 square miles, this lake offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy water-based activities.

The dam at Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake is classified as having a "significant" hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." The last inspection of the dam took place in August 2018, with inspections being conducted every two years. Despite the lack of a formal emergency action plan (EAP), the site continues to attract visitors who appreciate its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this lake to be an intriguing location to explore and study the intersection of human activity with natural landscapes.

As a private facility, Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake serves as a valuable resource for the community, offering a range of recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With its tranquil waters and surrounding natural beauty, the lake provides a serene escape for those seeking to connect with the outdoors. While the dam's risk management measures and emergency protocols may still be in development, the site's historical significance and ecological importance make it a compelling destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of human infrastructure with environmental conservation.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

1112

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TRANSVE RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12.8

Drainage Area

0.11

Nid Storage

131

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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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.