Lake Rowena
Key Takeaway
Lake Rowena is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 35.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 548 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01054 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BOROUGH OF EBENSBURG
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Rowena?
Lake Rowena is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Rowena?
Lake Rowena is owned by BOROUGH OF EBENSBURG (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Rowena built?
Lake Rowena was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Rowena?
Lake Rowena 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 Rowena?
Lake Rowena has a dam height of 17 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 Rowena last inspected?
Lake Rowena was last inspected on July 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.