Sandspring Lake

TR LITTLE BUSHKILL CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area39 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01575

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: December 29, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

WILD ACRES LAKES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sandspring Lake?

Sandspring 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 Sandspring Lake?

Sandspring Lake is owned by WILD ACRES LAKES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sandspring Lake?

Sandspring 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 Sandspring Lake?

Sandspring Lake has a dam height of 15 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 Sandspring Lake last inspected?

Sandspring Lake was last inspected on December 29, 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.