Scotch Run
Key Takeaway
Scotch Run is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 77.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1916 (110 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00531 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ALTOONA WATER AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Scotch Run?
Scotch 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 Scotch Run?
Scotch Run is owned by ALTOONA WATER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scotch Run built?
Scotch Run was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Scotch Run?
Scotch Run serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scotch Run?
Scotch Run has a dam height of 40 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 Scotch Run last inspected?
Scotch Run was last inspected on July 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.