Great Stream Commons Upper

TR SUSQUEHANNA RIVER· Union, Pennsylvania· Built 2001· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Great Stream Commons Upper is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 35.6% in PA)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage11 acre-ft
Normal Storage3 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDPA01698

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 24, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

UNION COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Great Stream Commons Upper?

Great Stream Commons Upper is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Great Stream Commons Upper?

Great Stream Commons Upper is owned by UNION COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Great Stream Commons Upper built?

Great Stream Commons Upper was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Great Stream Commons Upper?

Great Stream Commons Upper serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Great Stream Commons Upper?

Great Stream Commons Upper has a dam height of 17 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 Great Stream Commons Upper last inspected?

Great Stream Commons Upper was last inspected on May 24, 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.