Lenape Lake
Key Takeaway
Lenape Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 185 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00988 |
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
CAMP PINEMERE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lenape Lake?
Lenape 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 Lenape Lake?
Lenape Lake is owned by CAMP PINEMERE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lenape Lake built?
Lenape Lake was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Lenape Lake?
Lenape 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 Lenape Lake?
Lenape Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Lenape Lake last inspected?
Lenape Lake was last inspected on June 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.