Lehman Lake

LITTLE BUSHKILL CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1890· Earth· 10 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lehman Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 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	10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA)
Dam Length	250 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	259 acre-ft
Normal Storage	184 acre-ft

Surface Area	50 acres
Drainage Area	21 sq mi
Year Completed	1890 (136 years old)
NID ID	PA00762

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: April 28, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

LEHMAN LAKE ROD & GUN CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lehman Lake?

Lehman Lake 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 Lehman Lake?

Lehman Lake is owned by LEHMAN LAKE ROD & GUN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lehman Lake built?

Lehman Lake was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Lehman Lake?

Lehman 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 Lehman Lake?

Lehman Lake has a dam height of 10 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 Lehman Lake last inspected?

Lehman Lake was last inspected on April 28, 2020. 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.