Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp
Key Takeaway
Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 52.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01896 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
THE BUNCHER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp?
Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp?
Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp is owned by THE BUNCHER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp built?
Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp?
Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp 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 Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp?
Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp has a dam height of 24 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 Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp last inspected?
Laurel Highlands Baptist Camp was last inspected on September 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.