Pa-106
Key Takeaway
Pa-106 is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 104 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01732 |
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
PA GAME COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pa-106?
Pa-106 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-106?
Pa-106 is owned by PA GAME COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pa-106 built?
Pa-106 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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-106?
Pa-106 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-106?
Pa-106 has a dam height of 12 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-106 last inspected?
Pa-106 was last inspected on July 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.