Way Lake

TR STARRUCCA CREEK· Susquehanna, Pennsylvania· Built 1992· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Way Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage285 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDPA01582

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 3, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

DEANNA E. KORY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Way Lake?

Way 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 Way Lake?

Way Lake is owned by DEANNA E. KORY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Way Lake built?

Way Lake was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Way Lake?

Way 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 Way Lake?

Way 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 Way Lake last inspected?

Way Lake was last inspected on July 3, 2019. 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.