Promised Land

EAST BR WALLENPAUPACK CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1919· Earth· 16 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Promised Land 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	16 ft (taller than 32.5% in PA)
Dam Length	125 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	5.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage	2.6K acre-ft

Surface Area	438 acres
Drainage Area	7 sq mi
Year Completed	1919 (107 years old)
NID ID	PA00308

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: June 22, 2020

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 Promised Land?

Promised Land 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 Promised Land?

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

When was Promised Land built?

Promised Land 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 Promised Land?

Promised Land 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 Promised Land?

Promised Land has a dam height of 16 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 Promised Land last inspected?

Promised Land was last inspected on June 22, 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.