Crescent Lake
Key Takeaway
Crescent Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 5.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 81 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00971 |
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
CRESCENT LAKE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Crescent Lake?
Crescent 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 Crescent Lake?
Crescent Lake is owned by CRESCENT LAKE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crescent Lake built?
Crescent Lake was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 9 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 May 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.