Gravel Lick
Key Takeaway
Gravel Lick is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 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 | 75 ft (taller than 92.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 203 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00807 |
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
TREASURE LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gravel Lick?
Gravel Lick 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 Gravel Lick?
Gravel Lick is owned by TREASURE LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gravel Lick built?
Gravel Lick was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Gravel Lick?
Gravel Lick 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 Gravel Lick?
Gravel Lick has a dam height of 75 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 Gravel Lick last inspected?
Gravel Lick was last inspected on August 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.