Baker
Key Takeaway
Baker is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00067 |
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
WLR FAMILY LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baker?
Baker 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 Baker?
Baker is owned by WLR FAMILY LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baker built?
Baker was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Baker?
Baker 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 Baker?
Baker has a dam height of 32 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 Baker last inspected?
Baker was last inspected on June 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.