Colver

NORTH BRANCH BLACK LICK CREEK· Cambria, Pennsylvania· Built 1994· Earth· 52 ft tall

High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Colver is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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	52 ft (taller than 85.5% in PA)
Dam Length	1,200 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	2.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage	1.3K acre-ft

Surface Area	76 acres
Drainage Area	5 sq mi
Year Completed	1994 (32 years old)
NID ID	PA00437

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: October 2, 2019

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

CAMBRIA TOWNSHIP WATER AUTHORITY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Colver?

Colver 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 Colver?

Colver is owned by CAMBRIA TOWNSHIP WATER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Colver built?

Colver was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Colver?

Colver 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 Colver?

Colver has a dam height of 52 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 Colver last inspected?

Colver was last inspected on October 2, 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.