Mauch Chunk Lake (pa-462)

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyCarbon
River/StreamMAUCH CHUNK CREEK
Coordinates40.84417, -75.79583

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height55 ft
Dam Height55 ft
Dam Length1,710 ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage8,300 acre-ft
Max Storage8,300 acre-ft
Normal Storage4,169 acre-ft
Surface Area320 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerPA FISH & BOAT COMMISSION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/18/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00605
Federal IDPA00605
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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