Curwensville Dam

Pennsylvania — Clearfield County — WEST BRANCH SUSQUEHANNA RIVER

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyClearfield
RiverWEST BRANCH SUSQUEHANNA RIVER
Coordinates40.95411, -78.52628

Physical Characteristics

NID Height131 ft
Dam Height131 ft
Dam Length2,850 ft
NID Storage209,000 acre-ft
Max Storage209,000 acre-ft
Surface Area790 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 7, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1965
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Baltimore District
Other NameCurwensville Lake

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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.

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