Kooser Run
Key Takeaway
Kooser Run is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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 | 27 ft (taller than 60.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00269 |
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
DCNR
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kooser Run?
Kooser 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 Kooser Run?
Kooser Run is owned by DCNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kooser Run built?
Kooser Run was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Kooser Run?
Kooser 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 Kooser Run?
Kooser 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 Kooser Run last inspected?
Kooser Run was last inspected on March 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.