Cranberry Glade Lake
Key Takeaway
Cranberry Glade Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 513 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 72 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00236 |
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
PA GAME COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cranberry Glade Lake?
Cranberry Glade 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 Cranberry Glade Lake?
Cranberry Glade Lake is owned by PA GAME COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cranberry Glade Lake built?
Cranberry Glade Lake was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Cranberry Glade Lake?
Cranberry Glade 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 Cranberry Glade Lake?
Cranberry Glade Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Cranberry Glade Lake last inspected?
Cranberry Glade Lake was last inspected on June 11, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.