Sherwood Oaks Lake
Key Takeaway
Sherwood Oaks Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 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 | 16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01369 |
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
PITTSBURGH LIFETIME CARE, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sherwood Oaks Lake?
Sherwood Oaks 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 Sherwood Oaks Lake?
Sherwood Oaks Lake is owned by PITTSBURGH LIFETIME CARE, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sherwood Oaks Lake built?
Sherwood Oaks Lake was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Sherwood Oaks Lake?
Sherwood Oaks 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 Sherwood Oaks Lake?
Sherwood Oaks Lake has a dam height of 16 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 Sherwood Oaks Lake last inspected?
Sherwood Oaks Lake was last inspected on September 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.