Pittsburgh Cut Flower Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Pittsburgh Cut Flower is a private water resource located in Allegheny, Pennsylvania, regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.


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Summary

The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, specifically for enjoyment along the MONTOUR RUN river or stream. With a significant hazard potential, the dam is classified as an Earth core type with a Buttress foundation, ensuring its structural integrity.

Despite lacking specific details such as dam height or storage capacity, Pittsburgh Cut Flower maintains a satisfactory condition assessment and is subject to regular inspections every two years. The dam poses a significant risk, emphasizing the importance of emergency preparedness and risk management measures. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam's operational safety is crucial for the surrounding community.

As a key feature in the Pittsburgh District, Pittsburgh Cut Flower is a vital resource for water and climate enthusiasts. With Conor Lamb (D) as the representative for the area, ensuring the safety and maintenance of this recreational dam is essential for both environmental protection and public safety.

River Or Stream

MONTOUR RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown
       
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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.