Pecks Pond

BUSHKILL CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1906· Earth· 7 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Pecks Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1906 and is 120 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	7 ft (taller than 0.7% in PA)
Dam Length	620 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	2.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage	740 acre-ft

Surface Area	420 acres
Drainage Area	9 sq mi
Year Completed	1906 (120 years old)
NID ID	PA00754

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: January 7, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

DCNR

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pecks Pond?

Pecks 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 Pecks Pond?

Pecks Pond is owned by DCNR (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pecks Pond built?

Pecks Pond was completed in 1906, making it 120 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 Pecks Pond?

Pecks 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 Pecks Pond?

Pecks Pond has a dam height of 7 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 Pecks Pond last inspected?

Pecks Pond was last inspected on January 7, 2021. 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.