For Pennsylvania pond and lakefront owners. Every fact carries the date we checked it.

Educational summary, not legal or engineering advice. Confirm with the agency before you start. Checked Oct 4, 2026.

Permit check · Pipe or pump stream water to a pond

Step 2 of about 2

Is the stream classified High Quality (HQ) or Exceptional Value (EV), or will the intake be in a wetland?

Not sure? Pick "Not sure": we'll add how to find out, and show the stricter answer.