Mink Pond

LITTLE BUSHKILL CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1919· Earth· 12 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mink Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 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	12 ft (taller than 16% in PA)
Dam Length	115 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	595 acre-ft
Normal Storage	370 acre-ft

Surface Area	90 acres
Drainage Area	18 sq mi
Year Completed	1919 (107 years old)
NID ID	PA00301

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: April 7, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

MINK POND CLUB, INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mink Pond?

Mink 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 Mink Pond?

Mink Pond is owned by MINK POND CLUB, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mink Pond built?

Mink Pond was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Mink Pond?

Mink 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 Mink Pond?

Mink Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Mink Pond last inspected?

Mink Pond was last inspected on April 7, 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.