Lake Courtland
Key Takeaway
Lake Courtland is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 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 | 21 ft (taller than 46.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00055 |
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
FIONDI INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Courtland?
Lake Courtland 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 Courtland?
Lake Courtland is owned by FIONDI INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Courtland built?
Lake Courtland was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Courtland?
Lake Courtland 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 Courtland?
Lake Courtland has a dam height of 21 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 Courtland last inspected?
Lake Courtland was last inspected on August 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.