Lake Como
Key Takeaway
Lake Como is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 196 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 939 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 675 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00130 |
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
WENDY WATERS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Como?
Lake Como 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 Lake Como?
Lake Como is owned by WENDY WATERS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Como built?
Lake Como was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Como?
Lake Como 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 Como?
Lake Como 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 Lake Como last inspected?
Lake Como was last inspected on June 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.