Saddlers Run

SADDLERS RUN· Lebanon, Pennsylvania· Built 1957· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Saddlers Run is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 61.9% in PA)
Dam Length325 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDPA00601

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 1, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

BOROUGH OF CORNWALL

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Saddlers Run?

Saddlers Run 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 Saddlers Run?

Saddlers Run is owned by BOROUGH OF CORNWALL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Saddlers Run built?

Saddlers Run was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Saddlers Run?

Saddlers Run 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 Saddlers Run?

Saddlers Run has a dam height of 28 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 Saddlers Run last inspected?

Saddlers Run was last inspected on June 1, 2016. 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.