Pine Crest Lake

TR ADAMS CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Pine Crest Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01742

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 20, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

DELAWARE TOWNSHIP

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pine Crest Lake?

Pine Crest 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 Pine Crest Lake?

Pine Crest Lake is owned by DELAWARE TOWNSHIP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pine Crest Lake?

Pine Crest 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 Pine Crest Lake?

Pine Crest Lake has a dam height of 8 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 Pine Crest Lake last inspected?

Pine Crest Lake was last inspected on November 20, 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.