Lake Wesauking
Key Takeaway
Lake Wesauking is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 75 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 241 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00044 |
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
LAKE WESAUKING ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Wesauking?
Lake Wesauking 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 Wesauking?
Lake Wesauking is owned by LAKE WESAUKING ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Wesauking built?
Lake Wesauking was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Wesauking?
Lake Wesauking 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 Wesauking?
Lake Wesauking has a dam height of 7 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 Wesauking last inspected?
Lake Wesauking was last inspected on July 29, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.