Crescent Lake

DWARFSKILL CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1959· Earth· 45 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Crescent Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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	45 ft (taller than 81.2% in PA)
Dam Length	440 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	239 acre-ft
Normal Storage	153 acre-ft

Surface Area	14 acres
Drainage Area	6 sq mi
Year Completed	1959 (67 years old)
NID ID	PA00413

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: November 25, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

CRESCENT LAKE NORTH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crescent Lake?

Crescent 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 Crescent Lake?

Crescent Lake is owned by CRESCENT LAKE NORTH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crescent Lake built?

Crescent Lake was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Crescent Lake?

Crescent 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 Crescent Lake?

Crescent Lake has a dam height of 45 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 Crescent Lake last inspected?

Crescent Lake was last inspected on November 25, 2020. 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.