Cummings
Key Takeaway
Cummings is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 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 | 29 ft (taller than 63.4% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 455 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00289 |
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
INDIANA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cummings?
Cummings 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 Cummings?
Cummings is owned by INDIANA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cummings built?
Cummings was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Cummings?
Cummings 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 Cummings?
Cummings has a dam height of 29 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 Cummings last inspected?
Cummings was last inspected on September 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.