Spring Lake
Key Takeaway
Spring Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 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 | 10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01892 |
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
MAKRAM M. & SHADIA ERIAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake?
Spring 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 Spring Lake?
Spring Lake is owned by MAKRAM M. & SHADIA ERIAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spring Lake built?
Spring Lake was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Spring Lake?
Spring 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 Spring Lake?
Spring Lake has a dam height of 10 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 Spring Lake last inspected?
Spring Lake was last inspected on March 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.