Lake Greeley

TAYLORTOWN CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1916· Earth· 10 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Greeley is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 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	10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA)
Dam Length	308 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	878 acre-ft
Normal Storage	290 acre-ft

Surface Area	72 acres
Drainage Area	7 sq mi
Year Completed	1916 (110 years old)
NID ID	PA00752

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: November 20, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

MATTHEW BUYNAK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Greeley?

Lake Greeley 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 Greeley?

Lake Greeley is owned by MATTHEW BUYNAK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Greeley built?

Lake Greeley was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Greeley?

Lake Greeley 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 Greeley?

Lake Greeley has a dam height of 10 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 Greeley last inspected?

Lake Greeley was last inspected on November 20, 2020. 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.