South Pond

TR HORNBECKS CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1972· Earth· 13 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

South Pond is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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	13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA)
Dam Length	371 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	39 acre-ft
Normal Storage	19 acre-ft

Surface Area	6 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Year Completed	1972 (54 years old)
NID ID	PA00639

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: July 9, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

WILD ACRES LAKES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of South Pond?

South 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 South Pond?

South Pond is owned by WILD ACRES LAKES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was South Pond built?

South Pond was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 South Pond?

South 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 South Pond?

South Pond has a dam height of 13 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 South Pond last inspected?

South Pond was last inspected on July 9, 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.