Bowmans Marsh

NORTH BRANCH BOWMAN CREEK· Luzerne, Pennsylvania· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Bowmans Marsh is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDPA01645

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 27, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

PA GAME COMMISSION

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bowmans Marsh?

Bowmans Marsh 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 Bowmans Marsh?

Bowmans Marsh is owned by PA GAME COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bowmans Marsh?

Bowmans Marsh 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 Bowmans Marsh?

Bowmans Marsh has a dam height of 10 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 Bowmans Marsh last inspected?

Bowmans Marsh was last inspected on July 27, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.