Laurel Ridge Lake
Key Takeaway
Laurel Ridge Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 935 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00330 |
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
RUSSELL STERN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laurel Ridge Lake?
Laurel Ridge Lake 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 Laurel Ridge Lake?
Laurel Ridge Lake is owned by RUSSELL STERN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laurel Ridge Lake built?
Laurel Ridge Lake was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Ridge Lake?
Laurel Ridge Lake 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 Ridge Lake?
Laurel Ridge Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Ridge Lake last inspected?
Laurel Ridge Lake was last inspected on July 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.