Kelly Farm

TR SOUTH BRANCH BEAR CREEK· Butler, Pennsylvania· Earth· 30 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Kelly Farm is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 65% in PA)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage31 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDPA01667

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: No
Last Inspection: June 28, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

DENNIS KELLY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kelly Farm?

Kelly Farm 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 Kelly Farm?

Kelly Farm is owned by DENNIS KELLY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kelly Farm?

Kelly Farm serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kelly Farm?

Kelly Farm 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 Kelly Farm last inspected?

Kelly Farm was last inspected on June 28, 2018. 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.