Reading Anthracite - Trevorton
Key Takeaway
Reading Anthracite - Trevorton is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is tailings. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 55% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 2,652 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| NID ID | PA83531 |
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
Reading Anthricite
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Reading Anthracite - Trevorton?
Reading Anthracite - Trevorton 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 Reading Anthracite - Trevorton?
Reading Anthracite - Trevorton is owned by Reading Anthricite (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Reading Anthracite - Trevorton?
Reading Anthracite - Trevorton serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reading Anthracite - Trevorton?
Reading Anthracite - Trevorton has a dam height of 25 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.