Cooks Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Haighs Pond Lake Bonin
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Located in Orwell Township, Bradford County, Pennsylvania, Cooks Pond is a privately owned recreational water resource regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
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Summary
The earth dam, constructed in 1997, stands at a height of 15 feet and spans 256 feet, creating a 31-acre surface area with a storage capacity of 285 acre-feet. The dam, situated on TR Beaver Creek, serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking leisure activities such as fishing and boating.
Despite its fair condition assessment, Cooks Pond poses a high hazard potential due to its uncontrolled spillway and moderate risk assessment rating. The dam is subject to regular inspections, with the most recent conducted in December 2017, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures. While the recreational purposes of the pond attract visitors seeking enjoyment and relaxation, the dam's hazard potential underscores the importance of maintaining its integrity to ensure public safety and environmental preservation in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
256 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31 |
Drainage Area |
0.59 |
Nid Storage |
285 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wappasening Creek Near Windham Center
|
10cfs |
Choconut Creek Near Choconut
|
6cfs |
Susquehanna River At Towanda
|
4800cfs |
Susquehanna River At Owego Ny
|
3480cfs |
Susquehanna River Near Waverly Ny
|
3940cfs |
Susquehanna River At Vestal Ny
|
3650cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Cooks Pond