Haighs Pond

TR JOHNSON CREEK· Bradford, Pennsylvania· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Haighs Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01518

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: June 22, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

EASTERN BRADFORD ROD AND GUN CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Haighs Pond?

Haighs 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 Haighs Pond?

Haighs Pond is owned by EASTERN BRADFORD ROD AND GUN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Haighs Pond?

Haighs 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 Haighs Pond?

Haighs Pond has a dam height of 13 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 Haighs Pond last inspected?

Haighs Pond was last inspected on June 22, 2016. 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.