Pickerel Pond

BUSHKILL CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1951· Earth· 14 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pickerel Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 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	14 ft (taller than 23.9% in PA)
Dam Length	337 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	2.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage	360 acre-ft

Surface Area	155 acres
Drainage Area	23 sq mi
Year Completed	1951 (75 years old)
NID ID	PA00755

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 21, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

PORTERS LAKE HUNTING & FISHING CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pickerel Pond?

Pickerel 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 Pickerel Pond?

Pickerel Pond is owned by PORTERS LAKE HUNTING & FISHING CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pickerel Pond built?

Pickerel Pond was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Pickerel Pond?

Pickerel 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 Pickerel Pond?

Pickerel Pond has a dam height of 14 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 Pickerel Pond last inspected?

Pickerel Pond was last inspected on January 21, 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.