Lake Gloria
Key Takeaway
Lake Gloria is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 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 | 29 ft (taller than 63.4% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00233 |
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
CHRISTIAN CAMPS OF PITTSBURGH, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Gloria?
Lake Gloria 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 Gloria?
Lake Gloria is owned by CHRISTIAN CAMPS OF PITTSBURGH, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Gloria built?
Lake Gloria was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Gloria?
Lake Gloria 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 Gloria?
Lake Gloria has a dam height of 29 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 Gloria last inspected?
Lake Gloria was last inspected on November 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.