Ryerson Station
Key Takeaway
Ryerson Station is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 42 ft (taller than 78.8% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 515 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Drainage Area | 26 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00193 |
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 Ryerson Station?
Ryerson Station 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 Ryerson Station?
Ryerson Station is owned by DCNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ryerson Station built?
Ryerson Station was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Ryerson Station?
Ryerson Station 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 Ryerson Station?
Ryerson Station 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 Ryerson Station last inspected?
Ryerson Station was last inspected on May 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.