First Pond

TR LITTLE BUSHKILL CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Concrete· 10 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

First Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. 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	10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA)
Dam Length	75 ft
Dam Type	Concrete
Normal Storage	340 acre-ft

Surface Area	85 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
NID ID	PA01777

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: September 25, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

MOUNTAIN LAUREL DEVELOPMENT GROUP, LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of First Pond?

First 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 First Pond?

First Pond is owned by MOUNTAIN LAUREL DEVELOPMENT GROUP, LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of First Pond?

First 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 First Pond?

First Pond has a dam height of 10 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 First Pond last inspected?

First Pond was last inspected on September 25, 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.