Bear Gap No 2
Key Takeaway
Bear Gap No 2 is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 83 ft (taller than 93.4% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00816 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AQUA PENNSYLVANIA, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bear Gap No 2?
Bear Gap No 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bear Gap No 2?
Bear Gap No 2 is owned by AQUA PENNSYLVANIA, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bear Gap No 2 built?
Bear Gap No 2 was completed in 1923, making it 103 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bear Gap No 2?
Bear Gap No 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bear Gap No 2?
Bear Gap No 2 has a dam height of 83 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bear Gap No 2 last inspected?
Bear Gap No 2 was last inspected on October 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.