Bear Creek Lake

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyLuzerne
River/StreamBEAR CREEK
Coordinates41.17917, -75.75556

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRoller-Compacted Concrete
NID Height17 ft
Dam Height17 ft
Dam Length325 ft
Year Completed1915 (111 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage765 acre-ft
Max Storage765 acre-ft
Normal Storage490 acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Drainage Area35 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerBEAR CREEK ASSOCIATION
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection01/27/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00545
Federal IDPA00545
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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