Shaw Dam
Shaw Dam is an earth dam located in Adams County, Pennsylvania. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a poor condition assessment.
About Shaw Dam
Shaw Dam is a dam in Adams, Pennsylvania. The dam is owned by Arthur Shaw (private). It impounds the Tr Marsh Creek.
The dam collects water from a drainage area of 1 square miles.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. Its condition is rated poor, meaning the dam has recognized safety deficiencies that require remediation to address risks. The most recent inspection on record was 03/16/2021.
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Location
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Adams |
| River/Stream | Tr Marsh Creek |
| Coordinates | 39.83944, -77.28389 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Other |
| Owner | ARTHUR SHAW |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 03/16/2021 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | PA01979 |
| Federal ID | PA01979 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |