Lake Lattimore Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Lake Lattimore, located in Pike, Pennsylvania, is a privately owned recreational lake with a dam completed in 1930 on Dingmans Creek.


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Summary

The dam, classified as an Earth type with a height of 15 feet and a length of 250 feet, serves the primary purpose of recreation with a normal storage capacity of 199 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 433 acre-feet. The lake covers a surface area of 54 acres and has a drainage area of 11.1 square miles, making it a significant water resource in the region.

Despite its recreational value, Lake Lattimore poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment, indicating the need for maintenance and potential safety improvements. The dam is under state regulation by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, with regular inspections conducted to ensure its structural integrity. The last inspection took place in December 2020, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate risks associated with its high hazard potential.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Lattimore offers a fascinating case study in the management of recreational water bodies and dam safety. With its historical significance dating back to the early 20th century, the lake presents both opportunities for recreation and challenges in maintaining its infrastructure to meet modern safety standards. As efforts continue to ensure the dam's stability and reduce its hazard potential, Lake Lattimore remains a valuable asset in the water landscape of Pennsylvania, deserving of attention and investment in sustainable management practices.

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

DINGMANS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

54

Drainage Area

11.1

Nid Storage

433

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.