Lake Fernwood

JONES CREEK· Wayne, Pennsylvania· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Fernwood is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA)
Dam Length210 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage128 acre-ft
Surface Area43 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01592

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 5, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

FERNWOOD LAKE ASSOCIATION

Private

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Wildwood Lake

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Fernwood?

Lake Fernwood 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 Fernwood?

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

What is the primary purpose of Lake Fernwood?

Lake Fernwood 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 Fernwood?

Lake Fernwood has a dam height of 8 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 Fernwood last inspected?

Lake Fernwood was last inspected on July 5, 2018. 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.