Lake Adventure

TR BIRCHY CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1978· Earth· 16 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Adventure is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 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	16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA)
Dam Length	345 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Normal Storage	120 acre-ft

Surface Area	24 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Year Completed	1978 (48 years old)
NID ID	PA01863

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: December 16, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

LAKE ADVENTURE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Adventure?

Lake Adventure 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 Lake Adventure?

Lake Adventure is owned by LAKE ADVENTURE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Adventure built?

Lake Adventure was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Lake Adventure?

Lake Adventure 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 Lake Adventure?

Lake Adventure has a dam height of 16 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 Lake Adventure last inspected?

Lake Adventure was last inspected on December 16, 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.