Laspina Lane

TR BRUSH CREEK· Westmoreland, Pennsylvania· Built 1952· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Laspina Lane is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 46.9% in PA)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage5 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDPA01662

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 17, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

WALT AND BETTY CANSDALE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Laspina Lane?

Laspina Lane 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 Laspina Lane?

Laspina Lane is owned by WALT AND BETTY CANSDALE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Laspina Lane built?

Laspina Lane was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Laspina Lane?

Laspina Lane 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 Laspina Lane?

Laspina Lane has a dam height of 21 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 Laspina Lane last inspected?

Laspina Lane was last inspected on July 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.