Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake
Key Takeaway
Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 63.4% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,112 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01827 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BEDFORD COUNTY SPORTSMEN'S CLUB, INC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake?
Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake?
Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake is owned by BEDFORD COUNTY SPORTSMEN'S CLUB, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake built?
Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake?
Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club 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 Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake?
Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake has a dam height of 29 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 Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake last inspected?
Bedford Co. Sportsmen's Club Lake was last inspected on August 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.