Lake Ladore
Key Takeaway
Lake Ladore is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1860 and is 166 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 | 28 ft (taller than 61.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 261 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1860 (166 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00091 |
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
THE SALVATION ARMY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Ladore?
Lake Ladore 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 Ladore?
Lake Ladore is owned by THE SALVATION ARMY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Ladore built?
Lake Ladore was completed in 1860, making it 166 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 Ladore?
Lake Ladore 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 Ladore?
Lake Ladore has a dam height of 28 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 Ladore last inspected?
Lake Ladore was last inspected on October 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.