Huggy Bear Lake

Pike, Pennsylvania· Earth· 11 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Huggy Bear Lake is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA)
Dam Length125 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01928

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

ISRAEL FORTUNA LIVING TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Huggy Bear Lake?

Huggy Bear Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Huggy Bear Lake?

Huggy Bear Lake is owned by ISRAEL FORTUNA LIVING TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Huggy Bear Lake?

Huggy Bear Lake 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 Huggy Bear Lake?

Huggy Bear Lake has a dam height of 11 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 Huggy Bear Lake last inspected?

Huggy Bear Lake was last inspected on July 30, 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.