National Dam Inspection Program. Pecks Pond Dam (NDI I.D. Number PA-00754, PennDER I.D. Number 52-15), Delaware River Basin, Bush Kill Creek, Pike County, Pennsylvania. Phase I Inspection Report

摘要

Pecks Pond Dam is located on Bush Kill Creek in Porter Township, Pike County, Pennsylvania. The facility is situated within 1000 feet of Pennsylvania Route 402, about 5 miles south of Interstate 84 and about 25 miles north of the city of East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Observations made during the visual inspection indicate the embankment is in good condition. No evidence of seepage through the downstream embankment face, sloughing, excessive settlement, animal burrows, or signs of major maintenance neglect were observed. Minor erosion along the upstream embankment face and behind the upstream portion of the right spillway wingwall were noted, but, are not considered significant at this time. Provisions for erosion protection along the upstream embankment slope were apparently not included in the original design or in the design for the 1934 modifications. Minor cracks observed along the concrete cap that partially covers the crest were recently filled and adequately repaired. Some of the dense brush located along the downstream embankment toe had to be cut back by the inspection team in order to achieve a clear view of this area. It is suggested that control of this excess vegetation be specifically included as part of future routine maintenance.