Lake In The Clouds Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Lake In The Clouds in Pike, Pennsylvania, is a privately owned recreational reservoir regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.


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Summary

Built in 1952, this earth dam stands at 14 feet high and spans 510 feet, providing a storage capacity of 468 acre-feet. With a surface area of 44 acres and a drainage area of 2.1 square miles, the dam serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area.

Despite its satisfactory condition assessment, Lake In The Clouds poses a high hazard potential and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in October 2020. The dam has a history of modifications, with a structural update in 2008. While lacking specific spillway information, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment details remain undisclosed. Located in Greene Township and situated along LEAVITT BRANCH BRODHEAD CREEK, this dam is a key feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and conservation of Pennsylvania's water infrastructure.

Lake In The Clouds plays a vital role in providing recreational opportunities while ensuring water resource sustainability in the region. As a privately owned structure, its maintenance and regulation by the state highlight the collaborative efforts needed to protect and manage dams effectively. With a rich history of construction and updates, this reservoir stands as a testament to the importance of monitoring and assessing dam safety to mitigate potential risks and safeguard the surrounding community and environment from potential hazards.

Years Modified

2008 - Structural

Year Completed

1952

Dam Length

510

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

LEAVITT BRANCH BRODHEAD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

44

Drainage Area

2.1

Nid Storage

468

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.