Shenango Lakes Lower

TR PYMATUNING LAKE· Crawford, Pennsylvania· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Shenango Lakes Lower is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 43.1% in PA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01734

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: May 29, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

SHENANGO LAKES ALLOTMENT, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shenango Lakes Lower?

Shenango Lakes Lower 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 Shenango Lakes Lower?

Shenango Lakes Lower is owned by SHENANGO LAKES ALLOTMENT, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Shenango Lakes Lower?

Shenango Lakes Lower serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Shenango Lakes Lower?

Shenango Lakes Lower has a dam height of 20 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 Shenango Lakes Lower last inspected?

Shenango Lakes Lower was last inspected on May 29, 2018. 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.