Grubers Lake
Key Takeaway
Grubers Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00991 |
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
CARLOS R. GRUBER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grubers Lake?
Grubers 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 Grubers Lake?
Grubers Lake is owned by CARLOS R. GRUBER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grubers Lake built?
Grubers Lake was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Grubers Lake?
Grubers 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 Grubers Lake?
Grubers Lake has a dam height of 12 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 Grubers Lake last inspected?
Grubers Lake was last inspected on June 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.