Indian Mountain Lake
Key Takeaway
Indian Mountain Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 585 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 840 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 313 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 81 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00783 |
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
INDIAN MOUNTAIN LAKE CIVIC ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Mountain Lake?
Indian Mountain 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 Mountain Lake?
Indian Mountain Lake is owned by INDIAN MOUNTAIN LAKE CIVIC ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Mountain Lake built?
Indian Mountain Lake was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Mountain Lake?
Indian Mountain 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 Mountain Lake?
Indian Mountain Lake has a dam height of 13 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 Mountain Lake last inspected?
Indian Mountain Lake was last inspected on October 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.