Scotts Run
Key Takeaway
Scotts Run is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 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 | 34 ft (taller than 70.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 425 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00725 |
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 Scotts Run?
Scotts Run 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 Scotts Run?
Scotts Run is owned by DCNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scotts Run built?
Scotts Run was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Scotts Run?
Scotts 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 Scotts Run?
Scotts Run has a dam height of 34 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 Scotts Run last inspected?
Scotts Run was last inspected on December 31, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.