Opossum Lake

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyCumberland
River/StreamOPOSSUM CREEK
Coordinates40.22556, -77.27556

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height38 ft
Dam Height38 ft
Dam Length310 ft
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,090 acre-ft
Max Storage1,090 acre-ft
Normal Storage690 acre-ft
Surface Area59 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerPA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/16/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00584
Federal IDPA00584
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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