Lily Lake
Key Takeaway
Lily Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 50 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 108 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00563 |
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
PA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lily Lake?
Lily 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 Lily Lake?
Lily Lake is owned by PA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lily Lake built?
Lily Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Lily Lake?
Lily 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 Lily Lake?
Lily 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 Lily Lake last inspected?
Lily Lake was last inspected on June 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.