Faylor Lake (Pa-636)
Key Takeaway
Faylor Lake (Pa-636) is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 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 | 43 ft (taller than 79.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 687 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
| Drainage Area | 33 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01218 |
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
COMMISSIONERS OF SNYDER COUNTY
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Faylor Lake (Pa-636)?
Faylor Lake (Pa-636) 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 Faylor Lake (Pa-636)?
Faylor Lake (Pa-636) is owned by COMMISSIONERS OF SNYDER COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Faylor Lake (Pa-636) built?
Faylor Lake (Pa-636) was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Faylor Lake (Pa-636)?
Faylor Lake (Pa-636) serves the following purposes: Recreation, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Faylor Lake (Pa-636)?
Faylor Lake (Pa-636) has a dam height of 43 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 Faylor Lake (Pa-636) last inspected?
Faylor Lake (Pa-636) was last inspected on December 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.