Lake Walter
Key Takeaway
Lake Walter is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00080 |
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 WALTER LAND OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Walter?
Lake Walter 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 Walter?
Lake Walter is owned by LAKE WALTER LAND OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Walter built?
Lake Walter was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Walter?
Lake Walter 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 Walter?
Lake Walter has a dam height of 32 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 Walter last inspected?
Lake Walter was last inspected on February 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.