Paradise Lake No. 2
Key Takeaway
Paradise Lake No. 2 is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01846 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
JAMES W. ERJAVEC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paradise Lake No. 2?
Paradise Lake No. 2 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 Paradise Lake No. 2?
Paradise Lake No. 2 is owned by JAMES W. ERJAVEC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paradise Lake No. 2 built?
Paradise Lake No. 2 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Paradise Lake No. 2?
Paradise Lake No. 2 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 Paradise Lake No. 2?
Paradise Lake No. 2 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 Paradise Lake No. 2 last inspected?
Paradise Lake No. 2 was last inspected on November 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.