Ridgebury Lake
Key Takeaway
Ridgebury Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 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 | 35 ft (taller than 72.1% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 460 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00727 |
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
RIDGEBURY LAKE ESTATES ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ridgebury Lake?
Ridgebury 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 Ridgebury Lake?
Ridgebury Lake is owned by RIDGEBURY LAKE ESTATES ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ridgebury Lake built?
Ridgebury Lake 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 Ridgebury Lake?
Ridgebury 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 Ridgebury Lake?
Ridgebury Lake has a dam height of 35 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 Ridgebury Lake last inspected?
Ridgebury Lake was last inspected on November 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.