Shohola Marsh

SHOHOLA CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1968· Gravity· 34 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Shohola Marsh is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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	800 ft
Dam Type	Gravity
Max Storage	26.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage	12.6K acre-ft

Surface Area	1,130 acres
Drainage Area	54 sq mi
Year Completed	1968 (58 years old)
NID ID	PA00412

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: December 10, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

PA GAME COMMISSION

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shohola Marsh?

Shohola Marsh 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 Shohola Marsh?

Shohola Marsh is owned by PA GAME COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Shohola Marsh built?

Shohola Marsh was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Shohola Marsh?

Shohola Marsh 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 Shohola Marsh?

Shohola Marsh 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 Shohola Marsh last inspected?

Shohola Marsh was last inspected on December 10, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.