Lake Manjo

TR SUTTON CREEK· Luzerne, Pennsylvania· Built 1932· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Manjo is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1932 (94 years old)
NID IDPA00559

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: June 9, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

CAMP ORCHARD HILL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Manjo?

Lake Manjo 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 Manjo?

Lake Manjo is owned by CAMP ORCHARD HILL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Manjo built?

Lake Manjo was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Manjo?

Lake Manjo 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 Manjo?

Lake Manjo has a dam height of 15 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 Manjo last inspected?

Lake Manjo was last inspected on June 9, 2016. 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.