Lake Marburg
Key Takeaway
Lake Marburg is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 107 ft (taller than 96.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,275 acres |
| Drainage Area | 23 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00869 |
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
P.H. GLATFELTER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Marburg?
Lake Marburg 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 Marburg?
Lake Marburg is owned by P.H. GLATFELTER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Marburg built?
Lake Marburg was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Marburg?
Lake Marburg serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Marburg?
Lake Marburg has a dam height of 107 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 Marburg last inspected?
Lake Marburg was last inspected on December 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.