Edwards

TR TWO LICK CREEK· Indiana, Pennsylvania· Built 1917· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Edwards is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 65% in PA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage17 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1917 (109 years old)
NID IDPA00277

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: August 1, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

BLAIR-HIRSCH INTERESTS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edwards?

Edwards 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 Edwards?

Edwards is owned by BLAIR-HIRSCH INTERESTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edwards built?

Edwards was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Edwards?

Edwards 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 Edwards?

Edwards has a dam height of 30 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 Edwards last inspected?

Edwards was last inspected on August 1, 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.