Stark

COVEY CREEK· Lackawanna, Pennsylvania· Built 1850· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stark is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 43.1% in PA)
Dam Length130 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1850 (176 years old)
NID IDPA01032

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 16, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

WILLIAM GILCHRIST, JR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stark?

Stark 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 Stark?

Stark is owned by WILLIAM GILCHRIST, JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stark built?

Stark was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 Stark?

Stark 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 Stark?

Stark has a dam height of 20 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 Stark last inspected?

Stark was last inspected on May 16, 2019. 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.