Placid Lake
Key Takeaway
Placid Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 23 ft (taller than 51% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 2,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00616 |
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
HOLIDAY POCONO CIVIC ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Placid Lake?
Placid 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 Placid Lake?
Placid Lake is owned by HOLIDAY POCONO CIVIC ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Placid Lake built?
Placid Lake was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Placid Lake?
Placid 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 Placid Lake?
Placid Lake has a dam height of 23 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 Placid Lake last inspected?
Placid Lake was last inspected on April 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.