Alpine Lake
Key Takeaway
Alpine Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00999 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALPINE LAKE LOT OWNERS ASSOC. INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alpine Lake?
Alpine Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Alpine Lake?
Alpine Lake is owned by ALPINE LAKE LOT OWNERS ASSOC. INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alpine Lake built?
Alpine Lake was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Alpine Lake?
Alpine Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alpine Lake?
Alpine Lake has a dam height of 11 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Alpine Lake last inspected?
Alpine Lake was last inspected on June 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.