Crystal Lake

STAMM RUN· Somerset, Pennsylvania· Built 1912· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Crystal Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA)
Dam Length230 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)
NID IDPA01577

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 21, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

MEYERSDALE MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crystal Lake?

Crystal 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 Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake is owned by MEYERSDALE MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crystal Lake built?

Crystal Lake was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Crystal Lake?

Crystal 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 Crystal Lake?

Crystal Lake has a dam height of 16 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 Crystal Lake last inspected?

Crystal Lake was last inspected on June 21, 2017. 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.