Christman
Key Takeaway
Christman is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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 | 27 ft (taller than 60.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 322 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00721 |
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
STATION PASS LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Christman?
Christman 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 Christman?
Christman is owned by STATION PASS LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Christman built?
Christman was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Christman?
Christman 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 Christman?
Christman has a dam height of 27 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 Christman last inspected?
Christman was last inspected on December 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.