Locust Lake

TR TROUT CREEK· Monroe, Pennsylvania· Earth· 12 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Locust 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	12 ft (taller than 16% in PA)
Dam Length	1,052 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	77 acre-ft
Normal Storage	44 acre-ft

Surface Area	24 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
NID ID	PA01646

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 23, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

LOCUST LAKE VILLAGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 LOCUST LAKE VILLAGE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 12 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 November 23, 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.