Gregory Pond

ZACHARIAS RUN· Monroe, Pennsylvania· Built 1922· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Gregory Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area14 sq mi
Year Completed1922 (104 years old)
NID IDPA01738

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 18, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

BOROUGH OF EAST STROUDSBURG

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gregory Pond?

Gregory Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Gregory Pond?

Gregory Pond is owned by BOROUGH OF EAST STROUDSBURG (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gregory Pond built?

Gregory Pond was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Gregory Pond?

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

How tall is Gregory Pond?

Gregory Pond has a dam height of 8 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 Gregory Pond last inspected?

Gregory Pond was last inspected on July 18, 2018. 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.