Page Lake
Key Takeaway
Page Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1863 and is 163 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 | 17 ft (taller than 35.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 162 ft |
| Dam Type | Stone |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 970 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1863 (163 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00062 |
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
RUSSELL PEPE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Page Lake?
Page 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 Page Lake?
Page Lake is owned by RUSSELL PEPE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Page Lake built?
Page Lake was completed in 1863, making it 163 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 Page Lake?
Page 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 Page Lake?
Page Lake has a dam height of 17 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 Page Lake last inspected?
Page Lake was last inspected on March 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.