Pike Township

BEAR RUN· Clearfield, Pennsylvania· Built 1975· Earth· 42 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Pike Township is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 42 ft (taller than 78.8% in PA)
Dam Length415 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDPA00901

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: July 9, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

PIKE TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pike Township?

Pike Township 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 Pike Township?

Pike Township is owned by PIKE TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pike Township built?

Pike Township 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 Pike Township?

Pike Township serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pike Township?

Pike Township has a dam height of 42 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 Pike Township last inspected?

Pike Township was last inspected on July 9, 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.