Shaver's Creek
Key Takeaway
Shaver's Creek is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 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 | 48 ft (taller than 83.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 72 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00577 |
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
PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shaver's Creek?
Shaver's Creek 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 Shaver's Creek?
Shaver's Creek is owned by PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shaver's Creek built?
Shaver's Creek was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Shaver's Creek?
Shaver's Creek 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 Shaver's Creek?
Shaver's Creek has a dam height of 48 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 Shaver's Creek last inspected?
Shaver's Creek was last inspected on November 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.