Breskin No 2
Key Takeaway
Breskin No 2 is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 42 ft (taller than 78.8% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 875 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00485 |
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
GENE PLUTO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Breskin No 2?
Breskin 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 Breskin No 2?
Breskin No 2 is owned by GENE PLUTO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Breskin No 2 built?
Breskin No 2 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Breskin No 2?
Breskin No 2 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 Breskin No 2?
Breskin No 2 has a dam height of 42 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 Breskin No 2 last inspected?
Breskin No 2 was last inspected on October 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.