Mill Creek Intake
Key Takeaway
Mill Creek Intake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 110 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00551 |
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
BRENDA COLBERT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Creek Intake?
Mill Creek Intake 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 Mill Creek Intake?
Mill Creek Intake is owned by BRENDA COLBERT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Creek Intake built?
Mill Creek Intake was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Creek Intake?
Mill Creek Intake 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 Creek Intake?
Mill Creek Intake has a dam height of 35 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 Creek Intake last inspected?
Mill Creek Intake was last inspected on May 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.