Forest Lake

TR MAST HOPE CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1890· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Forest Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA)
Dam Length325 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage992 acre-ft
Normal Storage829 acre-ft
Surface Area117 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1890 (136 years old)
NID IDPA00310

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: July 29, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

FOREST LAKE CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Forest Lake?

Forest 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 Forest Lake?

Forest Lake is owned by FOREST LAKE CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Forest Lake built?

Forest Lake was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Forest Lake?

Forest 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 Forest Lake?

Forest Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Forest Lake last inspected?

Forest Lake was last inspected on July 29, 2019. 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.