Swartz

SWARTZ RUN· Cambria, Pennsylvania· Earth· 13 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Swartz is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage33 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
NID IDPA01488

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 3, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

ROBERT R. KUNTZ

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Swartz?

Swartz is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Swartz?

Swartz is owned by ROBERT R. KUNTZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Swartz?

Swartz 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 Swartz?

Swartz has a dam height of 13 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 Swartz last inspected?

Swartz was last inspected on July 3, 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.