Olympus Lake
Key Takeaway
Olympus Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 52.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00543 |
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
YMCA OF WILKES-BARRE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Olympus Lake?
Olympus Lake 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 Olympus Lake?
Olympus Lake is owned by YMCA OF WILKES-BARRE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Olympus Lake built?
Olympus Lake was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Olympus Lake?
Olympus 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 Olympus Lake?
Olympus Lake 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 Olympus Lake last inspected?
Olympus Lake was last inspected on June 28, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.