Wicks is a privately owned earth dam located in Lehman Township, Pike County, Pennsylvania, along the TR Little Bushkill Creek.
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Completed in 1931, this recreational dam stands at 11 feet high and spans 450 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. With a surface area of 8.5 acres and a drainage area of 2.03 square miles, Wicks serves primarily for recreational purposes and has a spillway width of 50 feet.
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Wicks has been classified with a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment. The dam undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last recorded inspection in July 2018. While the risk assessment for Wicks is moderate, the dam has not had an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared or updated, raising concerns for emergency response in case of a dam failure. Despite these challenges, Wicks remains a key feature for recreation in the area and highlights the importance of continuous monitoring and maintenance for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1931 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
TR LITTLE BUSHKILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.5 |
Drainage Area |
2.03 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Valley View Group Campground
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Rivers Bend Group Campground
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Camp Great Bend
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Camp Big Springs
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Camp Firestone
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Forest campsite
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