Manor Lake
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 Length | 3,383 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 380 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00792 |
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
WARNER COMPANY
Private
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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.