Mican Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Keen Lake Little Keen Pond
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Mican Pond, located in Canaan Township, Pennsylvania, is a private water resource managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
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Summary
The dam, constructed in 1932, serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a maximum storage capacity of 40 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 28 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 8 feet and spans 50 feet in length, impounding water from Headley Brook within its 0.8 square mile drainage area.
Despite its relatively small size, Mican Pond poses a significant hazard potential and is rated as being in fair condition as of its last inspection in July 2019. The dam is subject to state regulation and inspection, with a mandated inspection frequency of every two years. While the dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years, its emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unclear. In the event of an emergency, the local community and authorities may need to coordinate closely to ensure public safety and mitigate potential risks associated with the dam.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mican Pond offers a unique opportunity to study the management and regulation of a smaller-scale dam within the Philadelphia District. With its Earth dam type and Buttress core design, the pond provides insight into the challenges and considerations involved in maintaining such structures for recreational use. As climate change impacts water resources, understanding the condition and safety of dams like Mican Pond becomes increasingly important for ensuring the resilience and sustainability of our water infrastructure in the face of evolving environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1932 |
Dam Length |
50 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
HEADLEY BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
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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.
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