Raccoon Creek
Key Takeaway
Raccoon Creek is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 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 | 45 ft (taller than 81.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 965 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00262 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
DCNR
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Raccoon Creek?
Raccoon Creek 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 Raccoon Creek?
Raccoon Creek is owned by DCNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Raccoon Creek built?
Raccoon Creek was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Raccoon Creek?
Raccoon Creek 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 Raccoon Creek?
Raccoon Creek has a dam height of 45 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 Raccoon Creek last inspected?
Raccoon Creek was last inspected on March 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.