Dams in Snyder County, Pennsylvania
6Total Dams
6High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Snyder County, Pennsylvania
Snyder County has 6 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 6 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Snyder County is 57 years old. The most common purpose is other. The tallest dam is Ash Basin No 2 at 136 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Basin No 2 | High | Fair | 136 | Other | 1955 |
| Ash Basin No 3 | High | Fair | 117 | Other | 1971 |
| Kern Run (pa-638) | High | Satisfactory | 61 | Water Supply | 1983 |
| Clarence F. Walker Lake (pa-637) | High | Fair | 53 | Recreation | 1970 |
| Faylor Lake (pa-636) | High | Fair | 43 | Recreation | 1983 |
| Ash Basin No 1 | High | Fair | 22 | Other | 1949 |