Lake Aleeda
Key Takeaway
Lake Aleeda is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 27 ft (taller than 60.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 818 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 61 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00557 |
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
ALEEDA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Aleeda?
Lake Aleeda 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 Aleeda?
Lake Aleeda is owned by ALEEDA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Aleeda built?
Lake Aleeda was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Aleeda?
Lake Aleeda 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 Aleeda?
Lake Aleeda has a dam height of 27 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 Aleeda last inspected?
Lake Aleeda was last inspected on June 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.