Shickshinny Lake
Key Takeaway
Shickshinny Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 33 ft (taller than 69.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 117 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00572 |
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
JERRY FTORKOWSKI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shickshinny Lake?
Shickshinny 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 Shickshinny Lake?
Shickshinny Lake is owned by JERRY FTORKOWSKI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shickshinny Lake built?
Shickshinny Lake was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Shickshinny Lake?
Shickshinny 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 Shickshinny Lake?
Shickshinny Lake has a dam height of 33 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 Shickshinny Lake last inspected?
Shickshinny Lake was last inspected on August 26, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.