Wolf Creek
Key Takeaway
Wolf Creek is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 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 | 34 ft (taller than 70.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 310 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00748 |
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
TREASURE LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wolf Creek?
Wolf Creek 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 Wolf Creek?
Wolf Creek is owned by TREASURE LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wolf Creek built?
Wolf Creek was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Wolf Creek?
Wolf Creek 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 Wolf Creek?
Wolf Creek has a dam height of 34 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 Wolf Creek last inspected?
Wolf Creek was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.