Kehm Run
Key Takeaway
Kehm Run is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 60.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01029 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ROBERT C. & JANE A. RINEER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kehm Run?
Kehm Run 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 Kehm Run?
Kehm Run is owned by ROBERT C. & JANE A. RINEER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kehm Run built?
Kehm Run was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Kehm Run?
Kehm Run serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kehm Run?
Kehm Run has a dam height of 27 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 Kehm Run last inspected?
Kehm Run was last inspected on December 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.