El-Do Lake
Key Takeaway
El-Do Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. 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 | 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | PA01772 |
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
EL DO LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of El-Do Lake?
El-Do 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 El-Do Lake?
El-Do Lake is owned by EL DO LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of El-Do Lake?
El-Do 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 El-Do Lake?
El-Do Lake has a dam height of 13 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 El-Do Lake last inspected?
El-Do Lake was last inspected on January 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.