Oakwood Lake
Key Takeaway
Oakwood Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 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 | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01200 |
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
UMH PROPERTIES, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oakwood Lake?
Oakwood 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 Oakwood Lake?
Oakwood Lake is owned by UMH PROPERTIES, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oakwood Lake built?
Oakwood Lake was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Oakwood Lake?
Oakwood 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 Oakwood Lake?
Oakwood 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 Oakwood Lake last inspected?
Oakwood Lake was last inspected on January 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.