Lake Maskenozha

LITTLE BUSHKILL CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1893· Earth· 9 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Maskenozha is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1893 and is 133 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	9 ft (taller than 5.5% in PA)
Dam Length	500 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	788 acre-ft
Normal Storage	380 acre-ft

Surface Area	188 acres
Drainage Area	21 sq mi
Year Completed	1893 (133 years old)
NID ID	PA00411

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: July 9, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

MASKENOZHA ROD AND GUN CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Maskenozha?

Lake Maskenozha 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 Maskenozha?

Lake Maskenozha is owned by MASKENOZHA ROD AND GUN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Maskenozha built?

Lake Maskenozha was completed in 1893, making it 133 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 Maskenozha?

Lake Maskenozha 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 Maskenozha?

Lake Maskenozha has a dam height of 9 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 Maskenozha last inspected?

Lake Maskenozha was last inspected on July 9, 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.