Lake Bonin

TR JEROME CREEK· Bradford, Pennsylvania· Built 1972· Earth· 25 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Bonin is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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	25 ft (taller than 55% in PA)
Dam Length	525 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	360 acre-ft
Normal Storage	235 acre-ft

Surface Area	28 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Year Completed	1972 (54 years old)
NID ID	PA01836

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: October 15, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

KEITH BONIN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Bonin?

Lake Bonin 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 Lake Bonin?

Lake Bonin is owned by KEITH BONIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Bonin built?

Lake Bonin was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Lake Bonin?

Lake Bonin 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 Lake Bonin?

Lake Bonin has a dam height of 25 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 Lake Bonin last inspected?

Lake Bonin was last inspected on October 15, 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.