Lake Como Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Underwood Kinneyville Pond
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lake Como in Wayne, Pennsylvania, is a picturesque reservoir nestled in Preston Township, offering a serene oasis for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
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Summary
Owned privately, the lake is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, ensuring its protection and preservation. With a primary purpose of recreation, Lake Como boasts a dam completed in 1914, standing at 12 feet tall and spanning 196 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 939 acre-feet and a surface area of 80 acres.
The dam, primarily an earth structure with buttress core types, serves as a vital component for maintaining the lake's water levels for recreational activities. Despite its age, the dam is assessed as being in fair condition with a low hazard potential, making it a safe and enjoyable destination for visitors. The surrounding Kinneyville Creek adds to the charm of the area, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. With its rich history and natural beauty, Lake Como remains a beloved destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking solace in the great outdoors.
Year Completed |
1914 |
Dam Length |
196 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
KINNEYVILLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
80 |
Drainage Area |
3.79 |
Nid Storage |
939 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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