Woodridge Lake
Key Takeaway
Woodridge Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 26 ft (taller than 58.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 491 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00494 |
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
WOODRIDGE CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodridge Lake?
Woodridge 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 Woodridge Lake?
Woodridge Lake is owned by WOODRIDGE CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodridge Lake built?
Woodridge Lake was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Woodridge Lake?
Woodridge Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Woodridge Lake?
Woodridge Lake 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 Woodridge Lake last inspected?
Woodridge Lake was last inspected on October 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.