Moon Lake

DEEP CREEK· Schuylkill, Pennsylvania· Earth· 12 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Moon 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	600 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	54 acre-ft
Normal Storage	34 acre-ft

Surface Area	14 acres
Drainage Area	3 sq mi
NID ID	PA01781

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: April 23, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

MOON LAKE ASSOCIATION, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moon Lake?

Moon 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 Moon Lake?

Moon Lake is owned by MOON LAKE ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Moon Lake?

Moon 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 Moon Lake?

Moon 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 Moon Lake last inspected?

Moon Lake was last inspected on April 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.