Sheppard
Key Takeaway
Sheppard is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 51% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00333 |
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
PETER H. SHEPPARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sheppard?
Sheppard 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 Sheppard?
Sheppard is owned by PETER H. SHEPPARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sheppard built?
Sheppard was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Sheppard?
Sheppard 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 Sheppard?
Sheppard has a dam height of 23 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 Sheppard last inspected?
Sheppard was last inspected on June 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.