Pocono Mountain Lake
Key Takeaway
Pocono Mountain Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 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 | 22 ft (taller than 48.9% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00767 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
POCONO MOUNTAIN LAKE ESTATES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pocono Mountain Lake?
Pocono Mountain Lake 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 Pocono Mountain Lake?
Pocono Mountain Lake is owned by POCONO MOUNTAIN LAKE ESTATES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pocono Mountain Lake built?
Pocono Mountain Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Pocono Mountain Lake?
Pocono Mountain Lake 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 Pocono Mountain Lake?
Pocono Mountain Lake has a dam height of 22 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 Pocono Mountain Lake last inspected?
Pocono Mountain Lake was last inspected on October 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.