Sterling Drug

DOE RUN· Montgomery, Pennsylvania· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Sterling Drug is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 41.1% in PA)
Dam Length1,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01611

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: November 6, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

GLAXOSMITHKLINE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sterling Drug?

Sterling Drug 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 Sterling Drug?

Sterling Drug is owned by GLAXOSMITHKLINE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sterling Drug?

Sterling Drug serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sterling Drug?

Sterling Drug 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 Sterling Drug last inspected?

Sterling Drug was last inspected on November 6, 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.