Cooks Pond
Key Takeaway
Cooks Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 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 | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 256 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 285 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01627 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
BRADFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cooks Pond?
Cooks 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 Cooks Pond?
Cooks Pond is owned by BRADFORD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cooks Pond built?
Cooks Pond was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Cooks Pond?
Cooks 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 Cooks Pond?
Cooks Pond has a dam height of 15 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 Cooks Pond last inspected?
Cooks Pond was last inspected on December 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.