Van Meter

TR CUSSEWAGO CREEK· Crawford, Pennsylvania· Earth· 33 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Van Meter 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 33 ft (taller than 69.3% in PA)
Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01637

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: June 27, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

LARRY MCCLURE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Van Meter?

Van Meter 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 Van Meter?

Van Meter is owned by LARRY MCCLURE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Van Meter?

Van Meter 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 Van Meter?

Van Meter has a dam height of 33 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 Van Meter last inspected?

Van Meter was last inspected on June 27, 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.