Thorn Run

Pennsylvania — Westmoreland County — THORN RUN

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyWestmoreland
RiverTHORN RUN
Coordinates40.44917, -79.57722

Physical Characteristics

NID Height22 ft
Dam Height22 ft
Dam Length360 ft
NID Storage75 acre-ft
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionAugust 25, 2015
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1981
Primary PurposeGrade Stabilization
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerWESTMORELAND COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Location Map

About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

Back to All Dams More Dams in Pennsylvania