Glade Run
Key Takeaway
Glade Run is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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 | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 612 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01071 |
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
PA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Glade Run?
Glade Run 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 Glade Run?
Glade Run is owned by PA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glade Run built?
Glade Run was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Glade Run?
Glade Run 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 Glade Run?
Glade Run 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 Glade Run last inspected?
Glade Run was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.