Millers

TR ALLEGHENY CREEK· Berks, Pennsylvania· Built 1975· Earth· 21 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Millers is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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	21 ft (taller than 46.9% in PA)
Dam Length	240 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	34 acre-ft
Normal Storage	14 acre-ft

Surface Area	3 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Year Completed	1975 (51 years old)
NID ID	PA01379

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: December 30, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

NORMAN MILLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Millers?

Millers 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 Millers?

Millers is owned by NORMAN MILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Millers built?

Millers was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Millers?

Millers 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 Millers?

Millers has a dam height of 21 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 Millers last inspected?

Millers was last inspected on December 30, 2020. 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.