Oakford Glen

ACKERLY CREEK· Lackawanna, Pennsylvania· Earth· 22 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Oakford Glen is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 48.9% in PA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage7 acre-ft
Normal Storage4 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDPA01643

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 27, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

OAKFORD GLEN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oakford Glen?

Oakford Glen is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Oakford Glen?

Oakford Glen is owned by OAKFORD GLEN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Oakford Glen?

Oakford Glen 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 Oakford Glen?

Oakford Glen has a dam height of 22 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 Oakford Glen last inspected?

Oakford Glen was last inspected on August 27, 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.