Lake May (Section F)
Key Takeaway
Lake May (Section F) is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 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 | 22 ft (taller than 48.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 2,850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 271 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01135 |
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
BOROUGH OF CARROLL VALLEY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake May (Section F)?
Lake May (Section F) 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 May (Section F)?
Lake May (Section F) is owned by BOROUGH OF CARROLL VALLEY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake May (Section F) built?
Lake May (Section F) 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 May (Section F)?
Lake May (Section F) 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 May (Section F)?
Lake May (Section F) has a dam height of 22 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 May (Section F) last inspected?
Lake May (Section F) was last inspected on December 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.