Beltzville Lake near Parryville
Reservoir Levels • Weather • Hydrology
Beltzville Lake, located near Parryville, Pennsylvania, was created in the 1970s as part of a flood control project by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The lake is fed by the Pohopoco Creek and two smaller tributaries and provides hydroelectric power to the surrounding areas. The lake has a surface area of 949 acres and is surrounded by Beltzville State Park, offering recreational activities such as fishing, boating, hiking, and camping. The snowpack and surface flow from the surrounding hills and forests provide water to the lake. The lake also serves as a source of drinking water for the local communities. The surrounding land is used for agriculture, primarily for crops such as corn and soybeans.
May 20, 2024
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| Elevation Of Reservoir Water Surface Above Datum, Ft 24hr Change | 0.01% |
| Percent of Normal | None% |
| Minimum |
610.22 ft
2016-11-28 |
| Maximum |
638.75 ft
2011-03-14 |
| Average | 628 ft |
| Hydraulic_Height | 172 |
| Drainage_Area | 96 |
| Year_Completed | 1969 |
| Nid_Storage | 103625 |
| Hazard_Potential | High |
| Structural_Height | 177 |
| Primary_Dam_Type | Rockfill |
| River_Or_Stream | POHOPOCO CREEK |
| Foundations | Rock |
| Surface_Area | 947 |
| Dam_Length | 4560 |
| Nid_Height | 177 |
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