Lake Watawah
Key Takeaway
Lake Watawah is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 469 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01337 |
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
GEORGE LESHANSKI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Watawah?
Lake Watawah 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 Watawah?
Lake Watawah is owned by GEORGE LESHANSKI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Watawah built?
Lake Watawah was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Watawah?
Lake Watawah 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 Watawah?
Lake Watawah has a dam height of 19 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 Watawah last inspected?
Lake Watawah was last inspected on October 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.