Waynesburg Lakes

TR RUFF CREEK· Greene, Pennsylvania· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Waynesburg Lakes is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 58.2% in PA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage3 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDPA01551

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 5, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

JOHN C. MCNAY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Waynesburg Lakes?

Waynesburg Lakes 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 Waynesburg Lakes?

Waynesburg Lakes is owned by JOHN C. MCNAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Waynesburg Lakes?

Waynesburg Lakes 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 Waynesburg Lakes?

Waynesburg Lakes has a dam height of 26 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 Waynesburg Lakes last inspected?

Waynesburg Lakes was last inspected on July 5, 2017. 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.