Verga Pond

TR DELAWARE RIVER· Pike, Pennsylvania· Earth· 8 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Verga 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 8 ft (taller than 2.3% in PA)
Dam Length255 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage21 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDPA01833

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: July 1, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

CHARLES VERGA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Verga Pond?

Verga 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 Verga Pond?

Verga Pond is owned by CHARLES VERGA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Verga Pond?

Verga 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 Verga Pond?

Verga Pond has a dam height of 8 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 Verga Pond last inspected?

Verga Pond was last inspected on July 1, 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.