Cambridge Springs

TR FRENCH CREEK· Crawford, Pennsylvania· Earth· 14 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Cambridge Springs is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. 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 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01486

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

PA DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cambridge Springs?

Cambridge Springs 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 Cambridge Springs?

Cambridge Springs is owned by PA DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cambridge Springs?

Cambridge Springs 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 Cambridge Springs?

Cambridge Springs has a dam height of 14 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 Cambridge Springs last inspected?

Cambridge Springs was last inspected on July 16, 2020. 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.