Forest Lakes No. 1

TR DEER CREEK· York, Pennsylvania· Earth· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Forest Lakes No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA)
Dam Length175 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage45 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01825

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 3, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

FOREST LAKES WATER ASSOCIATION, INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Forest Lakes No. 1?

Forest Lakes No. 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Forest Lakes No. 1?

Forest Lakes No. 1 is owned by FOREST LAKES WATER ASSOCIATION, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Forest Lakes No. 1?

Forest Lakes No. 1 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 Lakes No. 1?

Forest Lakes No. 1 has a dam height of 14 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 Lakes No. 1 last inspected?

Forest Lakes No. 1 was last inspected on March 3, 2021. 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.