Lake Somerset

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyChester
River/StreamBROAD RUN
Coordinates39.78389, -75.74111

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height32 ft
Dam Height32 ft
Dam Length800 ft
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage248 acre-ft
Max Storage248 acre-ft
Normal Storage208 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSOMERSET LAKE SERVICE CORPORATION
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/21/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00248
Federal IDPA00248
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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