Indian Lake
Key Takeaway
Indian Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 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 | 39 ft (taller than 76.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 219 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1916 (110 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00057 |
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
MARK T RIDGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Lake?
Indian 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 Indian Lake?
Indian Lake is owned by MARK T RIDGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Lake built?
Indian Lake was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Indian Lake?
Indian 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 Indian Lake?
Indian Lake has a dam height of 39 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 Indian Lake last inspected?
Indian Lake was last inspected on October 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.