Long Pine Run
Key Takeaway
Long Pine Run is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 112 ft (taller than 96.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 150 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00328 |
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
BOROUGH OF CHAMBERSBURG
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Long Pine Run?
Long Pine 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 Long Pine Run?
Long Pine Run is owned by BOROUGH OF CHAMBERSBURG (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Long Pine Run built?
Long Pine Run was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Long Pine Run?
Long Pine Run serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Long Pine Run?
Long Pine Run has a dam height of 112 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 Long Pine Run last inspected?
Long Pine Run was last inspected on March 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.