Lakewood
Key Takeaway
Lakewood is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01021 |
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
LAKEWOOD PARK ESTATES, LLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakewood?
Lakewood 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 Lakewood?
Lakewood is owned by LAKEWOOD PARK ESTATES, LLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood built?
Lakewood was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 Lakewood?
Lakewood 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 Lakewood?
Lakewood has a dam height of 14 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 Lakewood last inspected?
Lakewood was last inspected on June 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.