Cold Storage

TR LITTLE BUFFALO CREEK· Perry, Pennsylvania· Concrete· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cold Storage is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA)
Dam Length82 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage10 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01709

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 8, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

DANIEL T. PAUL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cold Storage?

Cold Storage is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cold Storage?

Cold Storage is owned by DANIEL T. PAUL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cold Storage?

Cold Storage 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 Cold Storage?

Cold Storage has a dam height of 11 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 Cold Storage last inspected?

Cold Storage was last inspected on August 8, 2018. 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.