Queen Esther Lake dam
Queen Esther Lake
Queen Esther Lake, located in Bradford County, Pennsylvania, is a private reservoir primarily used for recreation purposes. The dam, completed in 1972, is an earth structure with a height of 10.5 feet and a length of 400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 31 acre-feet. With a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 0.2 square miles, the lake offers a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Queen Esther Lake is regulated by the state and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards. The dam's hazard potential is deemed significant, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and emergency preparedness. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, efforts are in place to meet guidelines for emergency action plans and risk management measures in case of any unforeseen events.
As a picturesque water resource nestled in the heart of Athens Township, Queen Esther Lake serves as a vital recreational hub for locals and visitors alike. Its tranquil waters and surrounding natural beauty provide a perfect setting for outdoor activities and a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in nature. With its rich history and ongoing commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, Queen Esther Lake stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human enjoyment and ecological preservation in the face of changing climates and water resource challenges.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Queen Esther Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chemung River At Chemung Ny | 1,650 cfs | → |
| Susquehanna River Near Waverly Ny | 4,320 cfs | → |
| Chemung River At Elmira Ny | 1,360 cfs | → |
| Wappasening Creek Near Windham Center | 11 cfs | → |
| Nb Sugar Creek Trib Near Columbia Cross Roads | 3 cfs | → |
| Sugar Creek At West Burlington | 56 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Queen Esther Lake.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Newtown Battlefield State Park
- Larnard Hornbrook County Park
- Park Station Rec Area
- Hickories Park
- Sunfish Pond County Park
- Havana Glen
Track Queen Esther Lake in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Queen Esther Lake
Where does the data for Queen Esther Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Queen Esther Lake.