Glenwood Lake
Key Takeaway
Glenwood Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 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 | 27 ft (taller than 60.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 414 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00327 |
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
HEMINGWAY DEVELOPMENT LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glenwood Lake?
Glenwood 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 Glenwood Lake?
Glenwood Lake is owned by HEMINGWAY DEVELOPMENT LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glenwood Lake built?
Glenwood Lake was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Glenwood Lake?
Glenwood 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 Glenwood Lake?
Glenwood Lake has a dam height of 27 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 Glenwood Lake last inspected?
Glenwood Lake was last inspected on August 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.