Roamingwood Lake
Key Takeaway
Roamingwood Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 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 | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 205 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00166 |
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
ASSOCIATION OF PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE HIDEOUT, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roamingwood Lake?
Roamingwood 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 Roamingwood Lake?
Roamingwood Lake is owned by ASSOCIATION OF PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE HIDEOUT, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roamingwood Lake built?
Roamingwood Lake was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Roamingwood Lake?
Roamingwood 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 Roamingwood Lake?
Roamingwood Lake has a dam height of 32 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 Roamingwood Lake last inspected?
Roamingwood Lake was last inspected on July 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.