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Crystal Lake Dam 2, located in Luzerne, Pennsylvania, was completed in 1888 and stands at a height of 12 feet with a length of 545 feet. This earth dam, primarily used for water supply, holds a storage capacity of 9,337 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 494 acres. Situated on Wapwallopen Creek in Bear Creek Township, the dam is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and undergoes regular state inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
With a high hazard potential, Crystal Lake Dam 2 is classified as satisfactory in its condition assessment as of the last inspection in August 2020. The dam poses a risk that necessitates emergency action plans, although details on preparedness and risk management measures are currently unspecified. The dam's location and purpose make it a vital resource for water supply in the area, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Year_Completed | 1888 |
Dam_Height | 12 |
River_Or_Stream | WAPWALLOPEN CREEK |
Dam_Length | 545 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 494 |
Drainage_Area | 2.5 |
Nid_Storage | 9337 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 12 |
MUNCY CREEK NEAR SONESTOWN | 19cfs |
BRODHEAD CREEK AT MINISINK HILLS | 289cfs |
AQUASHICOLA CREEK AT PALMERTON | 103cfs |
LACKAWANNA RIVER AT OLD FORGE | 260cfs |
POCONO CREEK AB WIGWAM RUN NEAR STROUDSBURG | 138cfs |
SUSQUEHANNA RIVER AT BLOOMSBURG | 12200cfs |
POHOPOCO CREEK AT KRESGEVILLE | 62cfs |