Lake Weiss
Key Takeaway
Lake Weiss is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 185 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01009 |
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
CLARENCE MANBECK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Weiss?
Lake Weiss 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 Weiss?
Lake Weiss is owned by CLARENCE MANBECK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Weiss built?
Lake Weiss was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Weiss?
Lake Weiss 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 Weiss?
Lake Weiss 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 Weiss last inspected?
Lake Weiss was last inspected on July 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.