Skytop

LEAVITT BRANCH BRODHEAD CREEK· Monroe, Pennsylvania· Built 1930· Earth· 19 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Skytop is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 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	19 ft (taller than 41.1% in PA)
Dam Length	680 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	1.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage	629 acre-ft

Surface Area	68 acres
Drainage Area	6 sq mi
Year Completed	1930 (96 years old)
NID ID	PA00634

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 2, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

SKYTOP LODGE, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Skytop?

Skytop 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 Skytop?

Skytop is owned by SKYTOP LODGE, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Skytop built?

Skytop was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Skytop?

Skytop 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 Skytop?

Skytop has a dam height of 19 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 Skytop last inspected?

Skytop was last inspected on December 2, 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.