Lovingood

TR TOMS RUN· Greene, Pennsylvania· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 65% in PA)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage45 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01908

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: July 17, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

CONSOLIDATION COAL COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lovingood?

Lovingood 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 Lovingood?

Lovingood is owned by CONSOLIDATION COAL COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lovingood?

Lovingood 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 Lovingood?

Lovingood 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 Lovingood last inspected?

Lovingood was last inspected on July 17, 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.