Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A dam
Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A
Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A is a private-owned structure located in Richhill Township, Greene, Pennsylvania. This earth dam, completed in 2014, stands at a height of 67 feet and spans 1280 feet in length. Serving a primary purpose categorized as "Other," the dam has a storage capacity of 9752 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 181 acres. The dam is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and undergoes regular state inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Situated along Talley Run, Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A plays a crucial role in water resource management within the region. Its satisfactory condition assessment reflects its current state of stability, although its high hazard potential necessitates a comprehensive emergency action plan. Despite not being under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam is subject to state enforcement and regulatory oversight. With a drainage area of 0.34 square miles, the dam contributes to flood control and water storage in the area.
Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A to be a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure. Its buttress core type and satisfactory condition underscore the importance of proper maintenance and inspection protocols for ensuring long-term functionality. As a critical component of the local water management system, this dam serves as a vital asset for both flood prevention and water storage in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wheeling Creek At Elm Grove | 1,040 cfs | → |
| South Fork Tenmile Creek At Jefferson | 330 cfs | → |
| Wheeling Creek Below Blaine Oh | 1,140 cfs | → |
| Short Creek Near Dillonvale Oh | 1,160 cfs | → |
| Dunkard Creek At Shannopin | 589 cfs | → |
| Monongahela River Near Masontown | 13,200 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A.
Boat launches
- Dutch Fork Lake (West Side)
- 13th Street 107, Moundsville
- Rice's Landing
- East Fredricktown
- Powhatan Point Boat Launch
- Isabella
Fishing spots
- Belmot Lake
- Belmont Lake
- Barnesville Reservoir Number Three
- Barnesville Lake
- Barnesville Lake #4
- Bruceton Mills Public Fishing Area
Paddle runs
Track Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A
Where does the data for Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle A.