Travis Pond

TR SHADIGEE CREEK· Wayne, Pennsylvania· Earth· 5 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Travis 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 5 ft (taller than 0.1% in PA)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage173 acre-ft
Normal Storage76 acre-ft
Surface Area46 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDPA01719

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: Yes
Last Inspection: June 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

ILC HOLDING

Private

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Lake Como

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Travis Pond?

Travis 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 Travis Pond?

Travis Pond is owned by ILC HOLDING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Travis Pond?

Travis 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 Travis Pond?

Travis Pond has a dam height of 5 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 Travis Pond last inspected?

Travis Pond was last inspected on June 30, 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.