Lake Somerset

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountySomerset
River/StreamEAST BRANCH COXES CREEK
Coordinates40.02111, -79.06750

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height23 ft
Dam Height23 ft
Dam Length1,550 ft
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,658 acre-ft
Max Storage2,658 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,129 acre-ft
Surface Area253 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerPA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection03/12/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00229
Federal IDPA00229
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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