Leopard Lake

DARBY CREEK· Chester, Pennsylvania· Earth· 11 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Leopard Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. 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	11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA)
Dam Length	630 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	47 acre-ft
Normal Storage	35 acre-ft

Surface Area	11 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
NID ID	PA01826

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: November 24, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

LEOPARD LAKES FARM, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Leopard Lake?

Leopard 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 Leopard Lake?

Leopard Lake is owned by LEOPARD LAKES FARM, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Leopard Lake?

Leopard 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 Leopard Lake?

Leopard Lake has a dam height of 11 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 Leopard Lake last inspected?

Leopard Lake was last inspected on November 24, 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.