Mill Club
Key Takeaway
Mill Club is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 48.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00932 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MILL DAM CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Club?
Mill Club is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mill Club?
Mill Club is owned by MILL DAM CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Club built?
Mill Club was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Mill Club?
Mill Club 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 Mill Club?
Mill Club has a dam height of 22 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 Mill Club last inspected?
Mill Club was last inspected on March 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.