Blue Mountain Lake dam
Blue Mountain Lake
Blue Mountain Lake, located in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, is a private recreational reservoir regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Built in 1908, this earth dam stands at 9 feet tall and spans 540 feet, providing storage for up to 174 acre-feet of water. With a surface area of 30 acres and a drainage area of 1.1 square miles, Blue Mountain Lake serves as a popular destination for water enthusiasts and outdoor activities.
Despite its age, Blue Mountain Lake is assessed to be in fair condition, with a high hazard potential due to its proximity to the TR Brodhead Creek. The dam has undergone modifications in 2008 to enhance its hydraulic capabilities. Regular inspections are conducted, with the most recent one in April 2020, ensuring its structural integrity and safety. While there are no specific emergency action plans in place, the reservoir continues to meet regulatory guidelines and provides a vital recreational resource for the local community.
Overall, Blue Mountain Lake remains a picturesque water resource nestled in the scenic landscape of Stroud Township. Its historical significance, combined with its recreational value, makes it a noteworthy site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate. As stewards of this reservoir, it is important to continue monitoring and maintaining its infrastructure to ensure its long-term sustainability and enjoyment for future generations.
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 Blue Mountain Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Brodhead Creek Near Analomink | 76 cfs | → |
| Brodhead Creek At Minisink Hills | 246 cfs | → |
| Pocono Creek Ab Wigwam Run Near Stroudsburg | 19 cfs | → |
| Swiftwater Creek At Swiftwater | 12 cfs | → |
| Bush Kill At Shoemakers | 123 cfs | → |
| Yards Creek Near Blairstown Nj | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Blue Mountain Lake.
Boat launches
- Kittatinny Access Area
- Poxono Access Area In Nj
- East Bangor Lake
- Lake Minisink
- Tobyhanna State Park
- Mcdade Recreational Trail Delaware
Campgrounds
- Mountain Vista Campground
- Foxwood Family Campground
- Pocono Springs Camp
- Worthington State Forest
- Worthington Sf Campground
- Golden Slipper Camp
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Track Blue Mountain Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Blue Mountain Lake
Where does the data for Blue Mountain Lake 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 Blue Mountain Lake.