Lake Louise
Key Takeaway
Lake Louise is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 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 | 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 705 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00558 |
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
LAKE LOUISE LAKE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Louise?
Lake Louise 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 Louise?
Lake Louise is owned by LAKE LOUISE LAKE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Louise built?
Lake Louise was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Louise?
Lake Louise 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 Louise?
Lake Louise has a dam height of 16 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 Louise last inspected?
Lake Louise was last inspected on August 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.