Comfort Lake
Key Takeaway
Comfort Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 129 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 798 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 675 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1916 (110 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00075 |
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
PA AMERICAN WATER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Comfort Lake?
Comfort 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 Comfort Lake?
Comfort Lake is owned by PA AMERICAN WATER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Comfort Lake built?
Comfort Lake was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Comfort Lake?
Comfort Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Comfort Lake?
Comfort Lake has a dam height of 13 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 Comfort Lake last inspected?
Comfort Lake was last inspected on March 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.