Summit Lake Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Summit Lake Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1875 and is 151 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 65% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 645 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1875 (151 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00291 |
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
PA AMERICAN WATER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Summit Lake Reservoir?
Summit Lake Reservoir 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 Summit Lake Reservoir?
Summit Lake Reservoir is owned by PA AMERICAN WATER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Summit Lake Reservoir built?
Summit Lake Reservoir was completed in 1875, making it 151 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 Reservoir?
Summit Lake Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Summit Lake Reservoir?
Summit Lake Reservoir has a dam height of 30 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 Reservoir last inspected?
Summit Lake Reservoir was last inspected on January 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.