Schneider 2

Slippery Rock Creek· Butler, Pennsylvania· Built 1980· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Schneider 2 is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 65% in PA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage22 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge320 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDPA02002

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Harold Schneider

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schneider 2?

Schneider 2 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 Schneider 2?

Schneider 2 is owned by Harold Schneider (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Schneider 2 built?

Schneider 2 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Schneider 2?

Schneider 2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Schneider 2?

Schneider 2 has a dam height of 30 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.

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.