Manor Lake

SCOTTS CREEK· Bucks, Pennsylvania· Built 1930· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Manor Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 5.5% in PA)
Dam Length3,383 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage5.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.8K acre-ft
Surface Area380 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDPA00792

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 31, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

WARNER COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Manor Lake?

Manor 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 Manor Lake?

Manor Lake is owned by WARNER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Manor Lake built?

Manor Lake was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Manor Lake?

Manor 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 Manor Lake?

Manor Lake has a dam height of 9 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 Manor Lake last inspected?

Manor Lake was last inspected on May 31, 2019. 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.