Sunset Lake

SHICKSHINNY CREEK· Columbia, Pennsylvania· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Sunset Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
NID IDPA01739

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 24, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

PENNS WOODS GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sunset Lake?

Sunset Lake 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 Sunset Lake?

Sunset Lake is owned by PENNS WOODS GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sunset Lake?

Sunset Lake serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sunset Lake?

Sunset Lake has a dam height of 12 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 Sunset Lake last inspected?

Sunset Lake was last inspected on July 24, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.