Beaver Run
Key Takeaway
Beaver Run is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 818 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 78 acres |
| Drainage Area | 37 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00319 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BEAVER RUN HUNTING & FISHING CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Run?
Beaver Run is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Beaver Run?
Beaver Run is owned by BEAVER RUN HUNTING & FISHING CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Run built?
Beaver Run was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Beaver Run?
Beaver Run serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beaver Run?
Beaver Run has a dam height of 12 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 Beaver Run last inspected?
Beaver Run was last inspected on November 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.