Pocono Lake

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StatePennsylvania
CountyMonroe
Nearest CityBlakeslee
River/StreamTobyhanna Creek
Coordinates41.09620, -75.54230

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height47 ft
Dam Height47 ft
Dam Length580 ft
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage5,402 acre-ft
Max Storage5,402 acre-ft
Normal Storage5,402 acre-ft
Surface Area518 acres
Drainage Area75 sq mi
Max Discharge48,270 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPocono Lake Preserve
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection09/03/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDPA00781
Federal IDPA00781
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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