Duck Pond, located in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1937 for recreational purposes.
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The dam stands at a height of 17 feet and spans a length of 285 feet, creating a surface area of 10 acres and a storage capacity of 170 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Duck Pond is to provide recreational activities for visitors, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Duck Pond is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and compliance with state guidelines. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition. Regular inspections are conducted to monitor its structural integrity and emergency preparedness measures. The surrounding area, including TR South Branch Tunkhannock Creek, benefits from the dam's water management capabilities.
With a latitude of 41.6 and a longitude of -75.67388889, Duck Pond is a significant water resource in Benton Township, offering recreational opportunities while also serving as a vital infrastructure for water management in the region. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the history and engineering behind this earth dam, as well as the efforts put in place to ensure its safety and functionality for both visitors and the surrounding ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1937 |
Dam Length |
285 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR SOUTH BR TUNKHANNOCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.75 |
Nid Storage |
170 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |