Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117)
Key Takeaway
Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117) is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 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 | 38 ft (taller than 75.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 585 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 531 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01416 |
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
WESTMORELAND COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117)?
Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117) 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 Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117)?
Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117) is owned by WESTMORELAND COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117) built?
Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117) was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117)?
Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117) 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 Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117)?
Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117) has a dam height of 38 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 Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117) last inspected?
Northmoreland Lake (Pa-117) was last inspected on August 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.