Pa-102

SUGAR RUN· Bradford, Pennsylvania· Built 1974· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Pa-102 is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA)
Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage236 acre-ft
Normal Storage96 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDPA00798

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: June 17, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

PA GAME COMMISSION

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pa-102?

Pa-102 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 Pa-102?

Pa-102 is owned by PA GAME COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pa-102 built?

Pa-102 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Pa-102?

Pa-102 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 Pa-102?

Pa-102 has a dam height of 15 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 Pa-102 last inspected?

Pa-102 was last inspected on June 17, 2015. 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.