Lake Quinn
Key Takeaway
Lake Quinn is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 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 | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 421 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 118 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00145 |
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 QUINN ASSOCIATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Quinn?
Lake Quinn 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 Quinn?
Lake Quinn is owned by LAKE QUINN ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Quinn built?
Lake Quinn was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Quinn?
Lake Quinn 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 Quinn?
Lake Quinn has a dam height of 12 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 Quinn last inspected?
Lake Quinn was last inspected on October 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.