Baugher Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Baugher is a privately owned dam located in Adams County, Pennsylvania, along the Bermudian Creek.


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Summary

Constructed in 1979, this earth dam stands at 18 feet high and spans 312 feet in length, with a capacity to hold 55 acre-feet of water for irrigation purposes. The dam is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," Baugher serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding Tyrone Township. Its normal storage capacity of 29 acre-feet covers a surface area of 5 acres, supporting agricultural activities in the area. Despite not having an Emergency Action Plan in place, the dam's risk management measures and overall risk assessment remain unreported, leaving room for potential improvements in emergency preparedness.

As a part of the Baltimore District, Baugher plays a vital role in water management and irrigation in the region. With its historical significance dating back to 1979, the dam continues to provide essential water storage and control along the Bermudian Creek. As climate change impacts water resources, monitoring and maintaining structures like Baugher will be essential for sustainable water management in the future.

Year Completed

1979

Dam Length

312

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR BERMUDIAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

55

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.