East Stroudsburg
Key Takeaway
East Stroudsburg is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 48 ft (taller than 83.3% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 738 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 914 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 57 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00637 |
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
BOROUGH OF EAST STROUDSBURG
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of East Stroudsburg?
East Stroudsburg 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 East Stroudsburg?
East Stroudsburg is owned by BOROUGH OF EAST STROUDSBURG (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Stroudsburg built?
East Stroudsburg was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 East Stroudsburg?
East Stroudsburg serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is East Stroudsburg?
East Stroudsburg has a dam height of 48 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 East Stroudsburg last inspected?
East Stroudsburg was last inspected on April 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.