Decker Swamp
Key Takeaway
Decker Swamp is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 958 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 482 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 119 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00757 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
PA GAME COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Decker Swamp?
Decker Swamp 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 Decker Swamp?
Decker Swamp is owned by PA GAME COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Decker Swamp built?
Decker Swamp was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Decker Swamp?
Decker Swamp 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 Decker Swamp?
Decker Swamp 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 Decker Swamp last inspected?
Decker Swamp was last inspected on July 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.