Wolf Creek Reservoir

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountySchuylkill
River/StreamWOLF CREEK
Coordinates40.75222, -76.16861

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height73 ft
Dam Height73 ft
Dam Length867 ft
Year Completed1909 (117 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,444 acre-ft
Max Storage1,444 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,206 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerSCHUYLKILL COUNTY MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/15/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00664
Federal IDPA00664
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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