Weaver Lake
Key Takeaway
Weaver Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 55% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01657 |
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
DINO R. AQUILINE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weaver Lake?
Weaver Lake 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 Weaver Lake?
Weaver Lake is owned by DINO R. AQUILINE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weaver Lake built?
Weaver Lake was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Weaver Lake?
Weaver Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Weaver Lake?
Weaver Lake has a dam height of 25 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 Weaver Lake last inspected?
Weaver Lake was last inspected on March 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.