Stump Pond

TR ELK CREEK· Sullivan, Pennsylvania· Earth· 7 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stump Pond is classified as significant hazard in Pennsylvania. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.7% in PA)
Dam Length248 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage73 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDPA01783

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 16, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

Joshua H. Smith

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stump Pond?

Stump Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Stump Pond?

Stump Pond is owned by Joshua H. Smith (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stump Pond?

Stump 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 Stump Pond?

Stump 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 Stump Pond last inspected?

Stump Pond was last inspected on October 16, 2017. 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.