Beaver Pond

DINGMANS CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1913· Earth· 14 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Beaver Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA)
Dam Length395 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Year Completed1913 (113 years old)
NID IDPA00408

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 15, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

GEORGE T SCHMIDT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beaver Pond?

Beaver Pond is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Beaver Pond?

Beaver Pond is owned by GEORGE T SCHMIDT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Beaver Pond built?

Beaver Pond was completed in 1913, making it 113 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Beaver Pond?

Beaver Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Beaver Pond?

Beaver Pond has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Beaver Pond last inspected?

Beaver Pond was last inspected on July 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.