East Birchwood Lake
Key Takeaway
East Birchwood Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 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 | 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01780 |
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
BIRCHWOOD LAKES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East Birchwood Lake?
East Birchwood 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 East Birchwood Lake?
East Birchwood Lake is owned by BIRCHWOOD LAKES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Birchwood Lake built?
East Birchwood Lake was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 East Birchwood Lake?
East Birchwood 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 East Birchwood Lake?
East Birchwood Lake has a dam height of 11 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 East Birchwood Lake last inspected?
East Birchwood Lake was last inspected on January 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.