Cadjaw Pond dam
Cadjaw Pond
Cadjaw Pond is a privately owned water resource located in Texas Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania. Built in 1914 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 380 feet. With a storage capacity of 1229 acre-feet, the pond serves primarily for recreational purposes and covers a surface area of 89 acres. However, despite its historical significance and scenic beauty, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, with a high hazard potential according to the latest data.
The Lackawaxen River's West Branch feeds into Cadjaw Pond, enriching the surrounding ecosystem and providing a habitat for diverse wildlife. The dam's hydraulic height and spillway type are unlisted, with modifications made in 2007 and 2009 to ensure its structural integrity. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection regulates and inspects the dam, ensuring compliance with state laws and maintaining public safety. With Matt Cartwright representing the area in Congress, efforts are being made to address the dam's risk management measures and enhance its overall safety.
Despite its challenges, Cadjaw Pond remains a vital water resource in the region, attracting visitors for recreational activities and nature appreciation. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it's important to advocate for the preservation and proper maintenance of such dams to ensure their long-term sustainability and the protection of the surrounding environment. By staying informed and engaged in the conservation efforts, we can contribute to the resilience of Cadjaw Pond and other water resources for future generations to enjoy.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Cadjaw Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lackawaxen River Near Honesdale | 230 cfs | → |
| Dyberry Creek Near Honesdale | 76 cfs | → |
| West Branch Lackawaxen River At Prompton | 62 cfs | → |
| Lackawaxen River At Hawley | 350 cfs | → |
| West Branch Lackawaxen River Near Aldenville | 35 cfs | → |
| Lackawanna River Near Forest City | 45 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cadjaw Pond.
Track Cadjaw Pond in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Cadjaw Pond
Where does the data for Cadjaw Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Cadjaw Pond.