Locust Lake
Key Takeaway
Locust Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 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 | 46 ft (taller than 82.4% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 620 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00666 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
DCNR
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Locust Lake?
Locust 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 Locust Lake?
Locust Lake is owned by DCNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Locust Lake built?
Locust Lake was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Locust Lake?
Locust 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 Locust Lake?
Locust Lake has a dam height of 46 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 Locust Lake last inspected?
Locust Lake was last inspected on July 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.