Lake Naomi
Key Takeaway
Lake Naomi is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1895 and is 131 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 | 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 2,740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 239 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1895 (131 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00777 |
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 NAOMI CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Naomi?
Lake Naomi 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 Naomi?
Lake Naomi is owned by LAKE NAOMI CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Naomi built?
Lake Naomi was completed in 1895, making it 131 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 Naomi?
Lake Naomi 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 Naomi?
Lake Naomi has a dam height of 14 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 Naomi last inspected?
Lake Naomi was last inspected on January 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.