Fawn Lake

TR HORNBECKS CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1973· Earth· 24 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fawn Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 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	24 ft (taller than 52.7% in PA)
Dam Length	808 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	68 acre-ft
Normal Storage	44 acre-ft

Surface Area	7 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
Year Completed	1973 (53 years old)
NID ID	PA00822

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: May 13, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

WILD ACRES LAKES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fawn Lake?

Fawn 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 Fawn Lake?

Fawn Lake is owned by WILD ACRES LAKES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fawn Lake built?

Fawn Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Fawn Lake?

Fawn 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 Fawn Lake?

Fawn Lake has a dam height of 24 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 Fawn Lake last inspected?

Fawn Lake was last inspected on May 13, 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.