Little Sugar Creek
Key Takeaway
Little Sugar Creek is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 614 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 130 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01057 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
PA GAME COMMISSION
State Government
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Sugar Creek?
Little Sugar Creek 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 Little Sugar Creek?
Little Sugar Creek is owned by PA GAME COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Sugar Creek built?
Little Sugar Creek was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Little Sugar Creek?
Little Sugar Creek 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 Little Sugar Creek?
Little Sugar Creek has a dam height of 14 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 Little Sugar Creek last inspected?
Little Sugar Creek was last inspected on July 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.