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Lake Shawnee, located in Glenwood, Pennsylvania, is a private water body primarily used for recreation and as a fish and wildlife pond. Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands 25 feet tall and spans a length of 1100 feet, with a storage capacity of 141 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Branch Butler Creek and has a spillway width of 60 feet, contributing to its significant hazard potential.
With a surface area of 16 acres and a drainage area of 0.28 square miles, Lake Shawnee offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts. While its condition assessment is not available, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, signaling the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Lake Shawnee remains a picturesque destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the natural beauty of Susquehanna County.
Year_Completed | 1970 |
Dam_Height | 25 |
River_Or_Stream | Branch Butler Creek |
Dam_Length | 1100 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 16 |
Hydraulic_Height | 25 |
Drainage_Area | 0.28 |
Nid_Storage | 141 |
Structural_Height | 27 |
Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 27 |