J C Bacon

SERVICE CREEK· Beaver, Pennsylvania· Built 1956· Earth· 96 ft tall

High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

J C Bacon is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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	96 ft (taller than 95.5% in PA)
Dam Length	1,000 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	15.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage	10.9K acre-ft

Surface Area	418 acres
Drainage Area	16 sq mi
Year Completed	1956 (70 years old)
NID ID	PA00260

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: December 14, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

AMBRIDGE WATER AUTHORITY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of J C Bacon?

J C Bacon 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 J C Bacon?

J C Bacon is owned by AMBRIDGE WATER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was J C Bacon built?

J C Bacon was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 J C Bacon?

J C Bacon serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is J C Bacon?

J C Bacon has a dam height of 96 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 J C Bacon last inspected?

J C Bacon was last inspected on December 14, 2020. 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.