Foxton Lake
Key Takeaway
Foxton Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1874 and is 152 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 146 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 219 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1874 (152 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00072 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
FOXTON LAKE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Foxton Lake?
Foxton 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 Foxton Lake?
Foxton Lake is owned by FOXTON LAKE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Foxton Lake built?
Foxton Lake was completed in 1874, making it 152 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 Foxton Lake?
Foxton 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 Foxton Lake?
Foxton Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Foxton Lake last inspected?
Foxton Lake was last inspected on June 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.