Lake Saxony
Key Takeaway
Lake Saxony is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 26 ft (taller than 58.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01073 |
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
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN MINISTRIES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Saxony?
Lake Saxony 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 Saxony?
Lake Saxony is owned by CONCORDIA LUTHERAN MINISTRIES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Saxony built?
Lake Saxony was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Saxony?
Lake Saxony serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Saxony?
Lake Saxony has a dam height of 26 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 Saxony last inspected?
Lake Saxony was last inspected on September 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.