Goose Pond Run (Pa-464) dam
Goose Pond Run (Pa-464)
Goose Pond Run (Pa-464) is a vital flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Barrett Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Constructed in 1975 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 97 feet and spans a length of 1310 feet, with a storage capacity of 2460 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 6.8 square miles, this structure plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area by regulating water flow and reducing the potential for inundation.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Goose Pond Run is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement measures to ensure its proper functioning and safety. 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 performance and address any maintenance or operational issues that may arise. As a key component of flood risk management in the region, Goose Pond Run serves as a testament to the importance of proactive water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
With its strategic location and effective design, Goose Pond Run exemplifies the collaboration between local government agencies and federal partners in safeguarding communities from potential flood events. The dam's operational history, storage capacity, and risk management protocols underscore its significance in protecting the surrounding area from flooding impacts. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of infrastructure like Goose Pond Run is essential in promoting sustainable water management practices and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
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 Goose Pond Run (Pa-464) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Brodhead Creek Near Analomink | 76 cfs | → |
| Swiftwater Creek At Swiftwater | 12 cfs | → |
| Little Bush Kill At Edgemere | 10 cfs | → |
| Bush Kill At Shoemakers | 123 cfs | → |
| Pocono Creek Ab Wigwam Run Near Stroudsburg | 19 cfs | → |
| Brodhead Creek At Minisink Hills | 246 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Goose Pond Run (Pa-464).
Boat launches
- North Shore Road Greene Township
- Snow Shanty Boat Mooring
- Greene Township
- Beechwood Area
- Bear Wallow Road - Observation Station
- Main Beach And Picnic Area
Track Goose Pond Run (Pa-464) 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 Goose Pond Run (Pa-464)
Where does the data for Goose Pond Run (Pa-464) 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 Goose Pond Run (Pa-464).