Carlisle Raw Water Intake

CONODOGUINET CREEK· Cumberland, Pennsylvania· Built 1904· Stone· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Carlisle Raw Water Intake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1904 and is 122 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 5.5% in PA)
Dam Length325 ft
Dam TypeStone
Max Storage640 acre-ft
Normal Storage340 acre-ft
Surface Area68 acres
Drainage Area393 sq mi
Year Completed1904 (122 years old)
NID IDPA00585

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: August 15, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

CARLISLE BOROUGH

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Carlisle Raw Water Intake?

Carlisle Raw Water Intake 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 Carlisle Raw Water Intake?

Carlisle Raw Water Intake is owned by CARLISLE BOROUGH (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Carlisle Raw Water Intake built?

Carlisle Raw Water Intake was completed in 1904, making it 122 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 Carlisle Raw Water Intake?

Carlisle Raw Water Intake 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 Carlisle Raw Water Intake?

Carlisle Raw Water Intake has a dam height of 9 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 Carlisle Raw Water Intake last inspected?

Carlisle Raw Water Intake was last inspected on August 15, 2019. 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.