Lake Pinecrest
Key Takeaway
Lake Pinecrest is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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 | 18 ft (taller than 37.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 755 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 463 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 66 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00641 |
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 PINECREST SPORTSMEN CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Pinecrest?
Lake Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest?
Lake Pinecrest is owned by LAKE PINECREST SPORTSMEN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Pinecrest built?
Lake Pinecrest was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Pinecrest?
Lake Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest?
Lake Pinecrest has a dam height of 18 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 Pinecrest last inspected?
Lake Pinecrest was last inspected on April 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.