Baylors Lake
Key Takeaway
Baylors Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 5.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 915 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 357 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 102 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01035 |
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
BAYLOR LAKE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baylors Lake?
Baylors 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 Baylors Lake?
Baylors Lake is owned by BAYLOR LAKE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baylors Lake built?
Baylors Lake was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Baylors Lake?
Baylors 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 Baylors Lake?
Baylors Lake has a dam height of 9 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 Baylors Lake last inspected?
Baylors Lake was last inspected on November 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.