Warner

TR SNAKE CREEK· Susquehanna, Pennsylvania· Built 1930· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Warner is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA)
Dam Length161 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDPA00975

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 4, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

STELLA WARNER ESTATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Warner?

Warner 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 Warner?

Warner is owned by STELLA WARNER ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Warner built?

Warner was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Warner?

Warner 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 Warner?

Warner 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 Warner last inspected?

Warner was last inspected on November 4, 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.