SNOFLO



LAKE QUINN

RESERVOIR LEVELS
Unlisted/Unknown Dam Tr Middle Creek
April 9, 2025


27°F

Overnight

45°F

Thursday

2mph

Windspeed

63%

Humidity

Lake Quinn, located in South Canaan Township, Pennsylvania, is a privately owned reservoir primarily used for recreational purposes. Constructed in 1946, the earth dam stands at 12 feet tall and spans 150 feet in length, providing a normal storage capacity of 421 acre-feet. The reservoir covers 118 acres with a drainage area of 9.7 square miles, fed by the Middle Creek tributary.

Despite its picturesque setting, Lake Quinn poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment. The dam's spillway, an uncontrolled type with a width of 148 feet, is a crucial component in managing water levels during peak discharge. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection regulates the dam, ensuring periodic inspections and enforcement to mitigate risks and maintain public safety.

With its moderate risk assessment rating, Lake Quinn serves as a valuable recreational resource for the local community, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. However, ongoing maintenance and risk management measures are essential to safeguard the dam's integrity and preserve the reservoir's environmental and recreational value in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year_Completed 1946
Dam_Height 12
River_Or_Stream TR MIDDLE CREEK
Dam_Length 150
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 118
Drainage_Area 9.7
Nid_Storage 1244
Hazard_Potential High
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 12
       

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