Pa-113

TR CHAFFEE RUN· Bradford, Pennsylvania· Built 1980· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Pa-113 is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 51% in PA)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage185 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDPA01521

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 22, 2016
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-113?

Pa-113 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-113?

Pa-113 is owned by PA GAME COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pa-113 built?

Pa-113 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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-113?

Pa-113 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-113?

Pa-113 has a dam height of 23 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-113 last inspected?

Pa-113 was last inspected on June 22, 2016. 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.