Redbank Valley Water Supply

REDBANK CREEK· Clarion, Pennsylvania· Built 1919· Concrete· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Redbank Valley Water Supply is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA)
Dam Length157 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area508 sq mi
Year Completed1919 (107 years old)
NID IDPA00513

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 4, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

REDBANK VALLEY MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Redbank Valley Water Supply?

Redbank Valley Water Supply 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 Redbank Valley Water Supply?

Redbank Valley Water Supply is owned by REDBANK VALLEY MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Redbank Valley Water Supply built?

Redbank Valley Water Supply was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Redbank Valley Water Supply?

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

How tall is Redbank Valley Water Supply?

Redbank Valley Water Supply has a dam height of 8 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 Redbank Valley Water Supply last inspected?

Redbank Valley Water Supply was last inspected on June 4, 2019. 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.