Trostle Pond

TR TUNKHANNOCK CREEK· Lackawanna, Pennsylvania· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Trostle 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 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDPA01852

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: August 31, 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 Trostle Pond?

Trostle 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 Trostle Pond?

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

What is the primary purpose of Trostle Pond?

Trostle 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 Trostle Pond?

Trostle Pond has a dam height of 15 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 Trostle Pond last inspected?

Trostle Pond was last inspected on August 31, 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.