Mountain Springs Lake
Key Takeaway
Mountain Springs Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 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 | 18 ft (taller than 37.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 707 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 436 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 76 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00770 |
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
JACK B. RADER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mountain Springs Lake?
Mountain Springs 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 Mountain Springs Lake?
Mountain Springs Lake is owned by JACK B. RADER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mountain Springs Lake built?
Mountain Springs Lake was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Mountain Springs Lake?
Mountain Springs 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 Mountain Springs Lake?
Mountain Springs Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Mountain Springs Lake last inspected?
Mountain Springs Lake was last inspected on January 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.