Browns Lake
Key Takeaway
Browns Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 498 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 115 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00630 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CARL & HOLLY MARTIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Browns Lake?
Browns Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Browns Lake?
Browns Lake is owned by CARL & HOLLY MARTIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Browns Lake built?
Browns Lake was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Browns Lake?
Browns 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 Browns Lake?
Browns Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Browns Lake last inspected?
Browns Lake was last inspected on December 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.