House Pond

SEELEY BROOK· Wayne, Pennsylvania· Built 1925· Earth· 14 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

House Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 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	14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA)
Dam Length	550 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	46 acre-ft
Normal Storage	28 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Year Completed	1925 (101 years old)
NID ID	PA01106

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: Yes

Last Inspection: September 25, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

STONY BROOK LAKE ASSOCIATION, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of House Pond?

House 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 House Pond?

House Pond is owned by STONY BROOK LAKE ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was House Pond built?

House Pond was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 House Pond?

House 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 House Pond?

House Pond has a dam height of 14 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 House Pond last inspected?

House 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.