Summit Lake No 2
Key Takeaway
Summit Lake No 2 is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 334 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00877 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
DELAWARE LACKAWANNA RAILROAD CO., INC.
Private
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Low Hazard 8 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Summit Lake No 2?
Summit Lake No 2 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 Summit Lake No 2?
Summit Lake No 2 is owned by DELAWARE LACKAWANNA RAILROAD CO., INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Summit Lake No 2 built?
Summit Lake No 2 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 Summit Lake No 2?
Summit Lake No 2 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 Summit Lake No 2?
Summit Lake No 2 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 Summit Lake No 2 last inspected?
Summit Lake No 2 was last inspected on July 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.