Stoevers

TR BRANDYWINE CREEK· Lebanon, Pennsylvania· Built 1820· Earth· 25 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Stoevers is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1820 and is 206 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	25 ft (taller than 55% in PA)
Dam Length	250 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	282 acre-ft
Normal Storage	215 acre-ft

Surface Area	20 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Year Completed	1820 (206 years old)
NID ID	PA00600

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 29, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

CITY OF LEBANON, PUBLIC WORKS DIR

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stoevers?

Stoevers 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 Stoevers?

Stoevers is owned by CITY OF LEBANON, PUBLIC WORKS DIR (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stoevers built?

Stoevers was completed in 1820, making it 206 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 Stoevers?

Stoevers 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 Stoevers?

Stoevers has a dam height of 25 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 Stoevers last inspected?

Stoevers was last inspected on December 29, 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.