Orchard Course No. 3 Impoundment Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

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Summary

3 Impoundment, also known as Treesdale Farms Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Adams Township, Butler County, Pennsylvania. Built in 1925, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation and stands at a height of 19.8 feet with a length of 320 feet. The impoundment has a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet, providing vital water resources for agricultural activities in the area.

Managed and regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Orchard Course No. 3 Impoundment is considered to have a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its current condition. Despite its age, the dam has not undergone any significant modifications in recent years, indicating a stable and well-maintained structure. The last inspection in June 2018 deemed it to be in satisfactory condition, further highlighting its importance in water resource management for the region.

With a drainage area of 0.49 square miles and a surface area of 5.9 acres, this impoundment plays a crucial role in ensuring water availability for irrigation purposes in the surrounding area. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, Orchard Course No. 3 Impoundment stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1925

Dam Length

320

Dam Height

19.8

River Or Stream

TR BREAKNECK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.9

Drainage Area

0.49

Nid Storage

57

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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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. 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

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, 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.