Coleman

TR SOUTH BR TUNKHANNOCK CREEK· Lackawanna, Pennsylvania· Built 1924· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Coleman is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.7% in PA)
Dam Length170 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1924 (102 years old)
NID IDPA00191

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: December 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

FRANK BIONCONI

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coleman?

Coleman 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 Coleman?

Coleman is owned by FRANK BIONCONI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Coleman built?

Coleman was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Coleman?

Coleman 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 Coleman?

Coleman has a dam height of 7 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 Coleman last inspected?

Coleman was last inspected on December 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.