Gold Key Lake

DWARFSKILL CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Earth· 8 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Gold Key Lake 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 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage621 acre-ft
Surface Area150 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01898

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: February 14, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

GOLD KEY COUNTRY CLUB, INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gold Key Lake?

Gold Key Lake 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 Gold Key Lake?

Gold Key Lake is owned by GOLD KEY COUNTRY CLUB, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gold Key Lake?

Gold Key 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 Gold Key Lake?

Gold Key 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 Gold Key Lake last inspected?

Gold Key Lake was last inspected on February 14, 2020. 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.