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Lake Heritage, PA

Pennsylvania · Adams County · Gettysburg Metro

Lake Heritage is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,737. Residents earn $133,011 per year, which is 77% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,737 Population 1,479/sq mi density
$133,011 Median Income $51,426 per capita
$300,200 Home Value $361,856 Zillow
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
55 Violent Crime/100K 827 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$133,011 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$300,200 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
55 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $133,011
77% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,200
6% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 55/100K
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.0%
66% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

How Lake Heritage Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,737
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density1,479/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$133,011
Per Capita$51,426
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$4,729M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,200
Ownership96.7%
Zillow$361,856
Housing Units1,090
Rent Burden27.4%

Crime

F
Violent55/100K
Property827/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation499 ft (152 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.0%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+22.4%
School Score6.21

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Broadband95.5%
EV Stations8
Libraries6

Is Lake Heritage a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Heritage receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lake Heritage stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Heritage is $133,011, which is significantly higher than the national average / 77% above $75,149. This places Lake Heritage among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Heritage is $300,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lake Heritage is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 55 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 827 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

Education

Lake Heritage is a highly educated community / 56.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lake Heritage experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lake Heritage has a population of 2,737 with a density of 1,479 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.5% female and 44.5% male. The city is predominantly White (93.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.1% of residents. 9.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,737
Total Population
1,479
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Heritage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish 4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Heritage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Heritage is $133,011, which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,426 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,049, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,237 business establishments, including 225 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 5.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lake Heritage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,011
77% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,426
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$75,220
Gini Index0.395 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,237
County GDP$4,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare165
Retail307
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Heritage is $300,200, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $361,856, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 96.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,090 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $5,531 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,200
6% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$361,856
Median List Price$335,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$335,000
$/Sq Ft$284
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Homeownership96.7%
Owner-Occupied96.7%
Renter-Occupied3.3%
Housing Units1,090
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,531
58% above US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Lake Heritage, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,859. The dentist ratio is 1:3,029. 73.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Lake Heritage vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg

Behaviors & Mental Health

Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Primary Care1:1,859
Dentists1:3,029
Mental Health1:768
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death6,266/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access73.2%
Healthcare Facilities165
Lake Heritage has a violent crime rate of 55 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 827 per 100,000, 58% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lake Heritage receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Lake Heritage vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent55.2/100K
85% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property827.4/100K
58% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Lake Heritage experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,479/sq mi
Coordinates39.8079°N, 77.1842°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyAdams County County
Nearest AirportGettysburg Regional (GTY)
5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.5"
17% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0480 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)3.5 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.48 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.17 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score67.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability36.2 / 100
Community Resilience66.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 25, 2021.

Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 114 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 116 km
Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 64 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 74 km
Oct 23, 1990 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey M3.2 147 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 36 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 78 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 88 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 32 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 115 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 27 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 116 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 147 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 37 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 74 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 76 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 69 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 132 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 103 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Irene Category 1 268 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 280 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

417 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 6 fatalities, 249 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 74 km 0
Sep 24, 2001 EF3 99 km 2
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 38 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF3 13 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 20 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 100 km 1
Jun 9, 1961 EF3 83 km 0
Apr 16, 1961 EF3 39 km 0
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 18 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 58 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 88 km 0
Nov 2, 2018 EF2 51 km 0
May 23, 2011 EF2 94 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 85 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 40 km 0
Sep 18, 2004 EF2 71 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 87 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 55 km 0
Sep 24, 2001 EF2 20 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF2 87 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.3 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 3.5 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.6 in
December 35°F (2°C) 3.2 in

Lake Heritage has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.8").

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Lake Heritage is located in Adams County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 56.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 22.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.4% of the vote, a 33.6-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 165 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 89.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.0%
66% above US avg
High School+96.3%
Graduate Degree+22.4%
School Test Score6.21
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,479/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi
CountyAdams County County

Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Avg Download Speed135.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities165
Restaurants225
Retail Stores307

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%
Average costs for common services in Lake Heritage. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit $342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit $195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit $2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling $244 ($146–$390)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement $195 ($98–$342)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$244)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$127)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread $3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly) $390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter $195 ($98–$390)
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Top Industries in Adams County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 6,832 128 $64,562 2.51
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,373 221 $64,748 0.92
Accommodation & Food Services 3,854 209 $22,685 1.28
Retail Trade 3,556 305 $35,865 1.07
Construction 1,501 224 $73,755 0.86
Transportation & Warehousing 1,141 76 $52,447 0.81
Educational Services 1,092 28 $55,980 1.59
Other Services 1,080 213 $34,243 1.08
Professional & Technical Services 746 177 $69,798 0.32
Arts & Entertainment 690 52 $21,335 1.24
Administrative & Waste Services 687 95 $41,961 0.35
Finance & Insurance 528 78 $86,613 0.39
Wholesale Trade 377 73 $69,968 0.29
Management of Companies 345 18 $92,016 0.62
Real Estate 313 71 $53,114 0.61
Information & Technology 215 34 $46,163 0.35
Utilities 59 4 $157,498 0.47

Radio Stations near Lake Heritage

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WHP 580 news, talk AAC
99.9 WFRE Free Country country music MP3 96 kbps
Key 103 WAFY hot adult contemporary AAC 64 kbps
106.9 The Eagle WWEG classic hits AAC+ 64 kbps
WQCM 94.3 classic rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Lake Heritage

8 campgrounds found near Lake Heritage.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CAMP ROUND MEADOW 5.0/5 1 $1,000
Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg) 5.0/5 1 $400
Slyder Farmhouse 5.0/5 1 $250
Historic Rose Farmhouse 4.9/5 1 $450
CAMP MISTY MOUNT 4.7/5 29 $75–$175
Adirondack Shelters 4.6/5 2 Free
OWENS CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 50 $30
POPLAR GROVE YOUTH GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 3 $35

National Parks Near Lake Heritage

128 national parks and monuments found near Lake Heritage.

ParkTypeFee
African American Civil War Memorial Free
Anacostia Park Park Free
Antietam National Battlefield National Battlefield $20
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial Free
Baltimore-Washington Parkway Parkway Free
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument National Monument Free
Belt Woods Natural Environment Area - Beltwoods Wildland State Park Free
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park State Park Free
Caledonia State Park State Park Free
Capitol Hill Parks Free
Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument National Monument Free
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Catoctin Mountain Park Park Free
Chaney Nrma State Park Free
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Chesapeake Bay Free
Civil War Defenses of Washington Free
Clara Barton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Codorus State Park State Park Free
Colonel Denning State Park State Park Free
Constitution Gardens Free
Cowans Gap State Park State Park Free
Cunningham Falls Sp State Park Free
CUNNINGHAM FALLS SP - Cunningham Falls Wildland State Park Free
Cunningham Falls State Park State Park Free
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Memorial Free
Eisenhower National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site National Historic Site $5
Fort Dupont Park Free
Fort Frederick Sp State Park Free
Fort Frederick State Park State Park Free
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine National Monument and Historic Shrine $15
Fowlers Hollow State Park State Park Free
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Free
Franklin Point State Park State Park Free
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site National Historic Site $1
Gambrill Sp State Park Free
Gambrill State Park State Park Free
Gathland Sp State Park Free
Gathland State Park State Park Free
George Washington Memorial Parkway Memorial Parkway Free
Gettysburg National Military Park National Military Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Glen Echo Park Park Free
Great Falls Park Park $20
Greenbelt Park Park Free
Greenbrier Sp State Park Free
Greenbrier State Park State Park Free
Greenwood Furnace State Park State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls Sp State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls State Park State Park Free
Hampton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Hart-Miller Island Sp State Park Free
Honey Branch Nrma State Park Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Jonas Green State Park State Park Free
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens Free
Kings Gap State Park State Park Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial Free
LBJ Memorial Grove on the Potomac Free
Lincoln Memorial Free
Little Buffalo State Park State Park Free
Love Point State Park State Park Free
Manassas National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Free
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Matapeake State Park Free
Matthew Henson Sp State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 State Park Free
Memorial Lake State Park State Park Free
Monocacy National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Mont Alto State Park State Park Free
Morgan Run Nea State Park Free
National Capital Parks-East Free
National Mall and Memorial Parks Free
North Point Sb State Park Free
North Point Sp State Park Free
North Point State Park State Park Free
Palmer Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley State Park State Park Free
Patuxent River Sp State Park Free
Penn Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Pennsylvania Avenue Free
Pine Grove Furnace State Park State Park Free
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Reeds Gap State Park State Park Free
Rock Creek Park Park Free
Rocks Sp State Park Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park State Park Free
Sandy Point State Park State Park Free
Seneca Creek Sp State Park Free
Seneca Creek State Park State Park Free
Severn Run Natural Environment Area State Park Free
Sky Meadows State Park State Park Free
Soldiers Delight Nea State Park Free
Soliders Delight NEA (DNR) State Park Free
South Mountain Sb State Park Free
South Mountain Sp State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Susquehannock State Park State Park Free
Swatara State Park State Park Free
Sweet Run State Park State Park Free
The White House and President's Park Free
Theodore Roosevelt Island Free
Thomas Jefferson Memorial Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail State Park Free
Trough Creek State Park State Park Free
Uhler Nrma State Park Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Free
Washington Monument $1
Washington Monument Sp State Park Free
Washington Monument State Park State Park Free
Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail State Park Free
Whipple Dam State Park State Park Free
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Free
World War I Memorial Free
World War II Memorial Free

Museums in Lake Heritage

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SCHMUCKER ART GALLERYART MUSEUM7173376080$182,302,895
RICE GALLERYART MUSEUM4108572595$101,005,579
THOMAS H. & MARY K. WILLIAMS ART GALLERYART MUSEUM$97,364,892
BATTLEFIELD MILITARY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7173381243$15,984,694
GETTYSBURG MUSEUM OF HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM7173372035$15,984,694
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CARROLL COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION210 E MAIN ST4108486494$666,328
HANOVER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7176323207$280,989
ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173344723$248,364
WILLIAMS GROVE OLD TIMERSHISTORY MUSEUM100 BALTIMORE ROAD7175288279$212,316
GETTYSBURG BATTLEFIELD PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$122,356
APPALACHIAN TRAIL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7174868126$59,835
EAST BERLIN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$50,367
MASON DIXON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$32,498
WESTERN MARYLAND RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION41 N MAIN ST4107750150$30,713
BIGLERVILLE HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION154 W HANOVER STREET7176774556$12,900
LITTLESTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173594212$8,693
AMERICAN CIVIL WAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7173346245
CATOCTIN FURNACE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CIVILIANS OF GETTYSBURG 1861-1865HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CUMBERLAND TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173346485
DAVID WILLS HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8664865735
EASTERN MUSEUM OF MOTOR RACINGGENERAL MUSEUM7175288279
EISENHOWER NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173384454
FREDERICK COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE MUSEUM AND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM3016003465
GENERAL ADMIRAL MUSEUM AND MUSEUM SUPPLIESGENERAL MUSEUM7173349188
GENERAL AVIATION HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GETTSBURY BLACK HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GETTYSBURG DIORAMAGENERAL MUSEUM7173346408
GETTYSBURG NATIONAL MILITARY PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173341124
GREAT AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONGREAT AMERICAN CIVIL WAR SOCIETY7175288761
HALL OF PRESIDENTSGENERAL MUSEUM7173345717
HISTORIC CHURCH WALKING TOURSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC GETTYSBURG ADAMS COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173345185
HISTORIC UNIONTOWNHISTORIC PRESERVATION4439290042
HUNTERSOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SPIRITUAL INVESTIGATIONSGENERAL MUSEUM231 BALTIMORE ST7173982026
JOHN TIMON REILY HISTORIAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONREAR 363 MAIN STREET7176302454
LINCOLN TRAIN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7173345678
LUTHERAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY GETTYSBURGHHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NATIONAL APPLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
NATIONAL FIRE HERITAGE CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM300B SOUTH SETON AVENUE8888194798
NEW OXFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3537176246240
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM300 JOHN OWINGS ROAD
SCHRIVER HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173372800
SOLDIERS NATIONAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7173344890
THADDEUS STEVENS SOCEITYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3484
THURMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION11 N CHURCH ST3012711860
UNION MILLS HOMESTEAD COMPLEXHISTORIC PRESERVATION4108482288
YE OLDE SULPHUR SPA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION408 MAIN STREET
CARROLL COUNTY FARM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM500 S CENTER ST4103863880$-51

Libraries in Lake Heritage

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ADAMS SYS ADMIN UNIT140 BALTIMORE ST0.0438,265
GUTHRIE MEMORIAL LIBRARY - HANOVER'S PUBLIC LIBRARY2 LIBRARY PLACE0.0185,469
EAST BERLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY105 LOCUST STREET0.036,086
POTTER COUNTY FREE LIBRARY205 W COMMERCIAL AVE, SUITE 1030.08,934

Farmers Markets in Lake Heritage

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adams County Farmers Market103 Carlisle Street05/18/2019 to 10/26/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes
Adams County Farmers' Market Association103 Carlisle Street05/18/2019 to 10/26/2019Thu: 11:30 AM-3:30 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Emmitsburg Farmers' Market302 South Seton Ave.06/14/2013 to 09/27/2013Fri: 3:00 AM-6:30 AM;Visit
Hanover Market House210 East Chestnut Street01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Sat: 6:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Taneytown Farmers' MarketRt. 140, Memorial Park
Thurmont Main Street Farmer's MarketSouth Center Street06/04/2016 to 09/24/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Lake Heritage

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Country Inn & Suites
Courtyard Gettysburg
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Sleep Inn and Suites

Restaurants in Lake Heritage

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Olivia's
TGI Fridays
The Core Kitchen at Atomic Dog Cidery

Monuments in Lake Heritage

48 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

10th NY Cavalry “Porter Guard” Avery
119th PA Ellemaker
1st MD Artillery Battery A “Rigby’s Battery” Rigby
1st ME Cavalry Smith
1st NJ Cavalry Beumont
1st NY Light Artillery Battery C Barnes
1st US Artillery Battery E & G Randol
1st US Artillery Battery E & G Randol
2nd US Artillery Battery M Pennington
3rd MA Artillery Battery C Walcott
3rd PA Cavalry Reg Jones
43rd NY Wilson
49th NY “Second Buffalo” Bidwell
49th PA Hulings
4th NJ Ewing
5th WI Allen
61st PA Smith
6th ME Burnham
77th NY “Bemis Heights Battalion” French
7th ME Connor
CS Beckham’s Horse Artillery
CS Breathed “First Battery, Stuart Horse Artillery”
CS Cavalry Division Stuart
CS Chambliss’ Cavalry Brigade “W.H.F. Lee’s Brigade”
CS Fitz Lee’s Cavalry Brigade
CS Hampton’s Cavalry Brigade
CS Jackson’s Horse Artillery
Jenkin VA Cavalry Brigade
LA Guard Green's Artillery
McGregor VA “Second Battery, Stuart Horse Artillery”
MD Cavalry Co A "Purnell Legion" Duvall
MI 1st, 5th, 6th & 7th MI Vol Cavalry Regs Custer
US 11th Corps Spangler Farm Field Hospitals
US 12th Corps Bushman Farm Hospitals
US 16th PA Cavalry Robison
US 1st MD Cavalry Deems
US Cavalry Corps 2nd Div 1st Brigade McIntosh
US Cavalry Corps 2nd Division David Gregg
US Cavalry Corps 3rd PA Heavy Artillery Battery H Rank
US Gregg Cavalry Shaft
US HQ 1-3-3rd Brigade "2nd Vermont Brigade" Stannard(w) / Randall
US HQ 6-1-3rd Brigade Russell
US HQ 6-2-2nd Brigade "1st Vermont Brigade" L.A.Grant
US HQ 6-2-3rd Brigade Neill
US HQ 6-2nd Division Howe
US HQ Cavalry Corps 2nd Brigade Horse Artillery Tidball
US HQ Cavalry Corps 2nd Div 3rd Brigade Irvin Gregg
US HQ Cavalry Corps 3rd Div 2nd Brigade Custer

Clinics in Lake Heritage

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DaVita Dialysis (Heritage Lake)

Bus Stations in Lake Heritage

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #785232255

Gas Stations in Lake Heritage

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sheetz
Sunoco

Banks in Lake Heritage

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ACNB - Operations Center

Golf Courses in Lake Heritage

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cedar Ridge Golf Course
Meadow Brook Golf Course

Breweries in Lake Heritage

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Aldus Brewing CoBrewers555 Centennial Ave7176342407
Clay Pipe Brewing CoWestminster MD, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Westminster Brewers, Westminster, MD, (2), , (1)95 Carroll Street 2034108719333
Dawn's Cafe IncTake Out Restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Bars, food and drink, Restaurants, cafes, breweries &523 Baltimore St7176300335
Dog Brewing CompanyBrewery1203 New Windsor Rd4108483993
DylansBars, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurants321 Harrisburg St7172590212Visit
Garryowen Irish PubBars & Clubs, Burgers, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Venues, European, Gettysburg126 Chambersburg St7173372719Visit
Gateway LiquorsDrinking Establishments - Micro Breweries, Drinking Establishments - Cocktail Lounges, Food & Bevera14802 N Franklinville Rd
Johanssons Dining HouseAmerican Restaurant, Brewery, Pub4 W Main St4108760101Visit

Daycare Centers in Lake Heritage

2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
INTERSECTION CHURCH
1980 BALTIMORE PIKE
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 334-8855 OPEN
YWCA CHILD CHILD CARE AT ADAMS COMMERCE CENTER
50 EXPEDITION TRL
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 334-7150 OPEN

Cell Towers in Lake Heritage

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2500 MAYBERRY ROADTOWER85
1211 CHERRYTOWN RD (18703)LTOWER78
(Hanover) 752 High Rock RdLTOWER61
2941 Baltimore Pike (10044)LTOWER61
Kindig Road (101728)MTOWER56
201 Tiger Trail (104426)LTOWER50
Bendersville 750 Potato RoadTOWER47
6450 MIDDLEBURG ROAD (85118)MTOWER46
16533 Old Emmitsburg Road (27518)MTOWER40
17639 Old Gettysburg Road (94353)LTOWER33

Bridges in Lake Heritage

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196313116,182F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19634311,968F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19904311,494F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19901569,529G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19631549,517F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous20001439,062F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2003499,061G
SlabConcrete1970267,355G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2007427,298G
Tee BeamConcrete1942985,593F
Tee BeamConcrete1929362,924F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous19891302,549F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1940197612P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197837300F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196346138F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1990154138G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous193688125P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1977110100F
CulvertConcrete199322100G

Superfund Sites Near Lake Heritage

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
HEIDELBERG MATERIALS US CEMENT LLC675 QUAKER HILL ROADCARROLL
HUNTERSTOWN COMBINED CYCLE POWER PLANT1731 HUNTERSTOWN RDADAMS
PELLA WINDOW & DOOR PLT2000 PROLINE PLADAMS

Airports Near Lake Heritage

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall AirportBWILarge Airport
Fort Meade Executive AirportFMEMedium Airport
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson FieldHGRMedium Airport
Harrisburg International AirportMDTMedium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) AirportMUIMedium Airport
5 Lakes AirportSmall Airport
Albrecht AirstripSmall Airport
Auer FieldSmall Airport
Barnes AirportSmall Airport
Baublitz Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Baugher's Orchard AirportSmall Airport
Beers Farm AirportSmall Airport
Bell AirportSmall Airport
Bermudian Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Black Landing FieldSmall Airport
Botsford AerodromeSmall Airport
Bowtie AirportSmall Airport
Burhans Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Burnt Cabins Emergency StripSmall Airport
Capital City AirportHARSmall Airport
Carlisle AirportSmall Airport
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage FieldSmall Airport
Carsonville AirportSmall Airport
Catoctin Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Chestnut Hill AirportSmall Airport
Circle W AirfieldSmall Airport
Clearview AirparkSmall Airport
Cloudbound AirportSmall Airport
D.Evans Farm AirportSmall Airport
Davis AirstripSmall Airport
Dee Jay AirportSmall Airport
Deitch AirportSmall Airport
Derick Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Donegal Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Draco STOLportSmall Airport
Drillmore Acres AirportSmall Airport
Ecko FieldSmall Airport
Egolf AirportSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Farmers Pride AirportSmall Airport
Fly Away Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flying M Farms AirportSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Franklin County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Frederick Municipal AirportFDKSmall Airport
Gettysburg Regional AirportGTYSmall Airport
Gilbert AirportSmall Airport
Glenair AirportSmall Airport
Good Neighbor Farm AirportSmall Airport
Greer AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Lake Heritage

19 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Baltimore County Police Department Precinct 06 Towson
Baltimore County Police Department Precinct 06 Towson
Baltimore County Police Department Precinct 07 Cockeysville
Bonneauville Police Department46 East Hanover Street
Carroll County Sheriff's Office100 North Court Street
Carroll County Sheriff's Office100 North Court Street
Conewago Township Police Department541 Oxford Avenue
Gettysburg Police Department59 East High Street
Hampstead Police Department
Hanover Police Department
Maryland State Police Headquarters
Penn Township Police Department
Penn Township Police Department
Pennsylvania State Police - Gettysburg Station1750 Granite Station Road
Silver Spring Police Department District 3
Taneytown Police120 East Baltimore Street
Thurmont Police Department
US Park Ranger (Law Enforcement)
West Manheim Township Police Department

Grocery Stores in Lake Heritage

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 30186Other2430 Baltimore Pike
Royal Farms 420Convenience Store1580 York Rd
Sheetz 560Convenience Store1978 Baltimore Pike

Treatment Centers in Lake Heritage

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Addiction Healing Center at the - Westminster Rescue MissionSubstance Abuse410-848-2222 x134
BH Health Services IncSubstance Abuse410-871-3005
Carroll Hospital - Behavioral HealthMental Health410-871-7110
Mulligan Recovery CentersSubstance Abuse877-768-5544
Mulligan Recovery Centers LLCSubstance Abuse877-768-5544
Orenda Center for Wellness LLC - Womens Residential Inpatient FacilitySubstance Abuse301-241-3629
Polaris Detox LLC - DBA Innovo DetoxSubstance Abuse717-619-3260
Sheppard Pratt - Community Employment ProgramMental Health410-453-9553

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Heritage

What is the population of Lake Heritage?

Lake Heritage has a population of 2,737 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 1,479 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.5% female and 44.5% male.

Is Lake Heritage expensive to live in?

Lake Heritage has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $133,011, 77% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $300,200 (6% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lake Heritage safe?

Lake Heritage is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 55 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 827 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lake Heritage receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lake Heritage?

Lake Heritage has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Lake Heritage?

The job market in Lake Heritage is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,049. There are 2,237 business establishments in the area, including 225 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 5.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lake Heritage?

The median home value in Lake Heritage is $300,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $361,856. The homeownership rate is 96.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,531.

How are the schools in Lake Heritage?

Schools in Lake Heritage score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 56.0% of adults in Lake Heritage hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. 22.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lake Heritage?

The obesity rate in Lake Heritage is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 73.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,859.

What is transportation like in Lake Heritage?

The average commute in Lake Heritage is 28 minutes. 89.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lake Heritage?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lake Heritage is 93.2% White. 95.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.9% speak Spanish. 9.8% of the population are military veterans. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

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