Lakevue Estates Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lakevue Estates is a private water resource located in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.


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Summary

This dam, built on TR Kaufman Run, stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 17 acre-feet. With a significant hazard potential and a condition assessment that is currently not rated, the dam is inspected every two years to ensure its safety and functionality.

Despite its relatively small drainage area of 0.37 square miles, Lakevue Estates serves a crucial purpose in managing water resources in the area. The dam, constructed with a buttress core type, spans a length of 170 feet and plays a vital role in flood control and water storage. With its location in Butler County, Pennsylvania, and under the jurisdiction of the Pittsburgh District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Lakevue Estates is an essential structure for water management in the region.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Lakevue Estates to be a fascinating example of private infrastructure contributing to the overall water management system. As a regulated dam with a significant hazard potential, the maintenance and inspection of Lakevue Estates are crucial for ensuring the safety of nearby residents and the efficient utilization of water resources. With its location in a picturesque setting in Cranberry Township, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in safeguarding against potential environmental risks and ensuring long-term water resource security.

Dam Length

170

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TR KAUFMAN RUN

Drainage Area

0.37

Nid Storage

17

Hazard Potential

Significant

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.