Laurel Wood

HENDRICKS CREEK· Westmoreland, Pennsylvania· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Laurel Wood is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 55% in PA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage39 acre-ft
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDPA01597

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 27, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA CONSERVANCY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Laurel Wood?

Laurel Wood is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Laurel Wood?

Laurel Wood is owned by WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA CONSERVANCY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Laurel Wood?

Laurel Wood 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 Laurel Wood?

Laurel Wood has a dam height of 25 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 Laurel Wood last inspected?

Laurel Wood was last inspected on June 27, 2017. 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.