Ross

TR OSTERHOUT CREEK· Wyoming, Pennsylvania· Built 1919· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ross is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA)
Dam Length125 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area40 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1919 (107 years old)
NID IDPA00892

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: May 17, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

JOE KROPIAVICH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ross?

Ross 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 Ross?

Ross is owned by JOE KROPIAVICH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ross built?

Ross 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 Ross?

Ross 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 Ross?

Ross 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 Ross last inspected?

Ross was last inspected on May 17, 2017. 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.