Brooks Lake

TRIB ARIEL CREEK· Wayne, Pennsylvania· Earth· 7 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Brooks Lake is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.7% in PA)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01962

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 10, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

ASSOCIATION OF PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE HIDEOUT, INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brooks Lake?

Brooks 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 Brooks Lake?

Brooks Lake is owned by ASSOCIATION OF PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE HIDEOUT, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Brooks Lake?

Brooks 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 Brooks Lake?

Brooks Lake has a dam height of 7 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 Brooks Lake last inspected?

Brooks Lake was last inspected on December 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.