Oak Tree
Key Takeaway
Oak Tree is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 52.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 245 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01082 |
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
OAK TREE COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oak Tree?
Oak Tree 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 Oak Tree?
Oak Tree is owned by OAK TREE COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oak Tree built?
Oak Tree was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Oak Tree?
Oak Tree 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 Oak Tree?
Oak Tree has a dam height of 24 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 Oak Tree last inspected?
Oak Tree was last inspected on July 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.