Emerald No. 2 Main Valley Eastern Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

2 Main Valley Eastern is a private-owned dam located in Franklin Township, Greene County, Pennsylvania. This Earth dam, with a height of 270 feet and a length of 5170 feet, holds a storage capacity of 7272.5 acre-feet on TR Smith Creek. The dam is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and inspected by the Mine Safety and Health Administration.

With a high hazard potential, this dam poses significant risks if not properly maintained. However, recent inspections have deemed its condition as satisfactory, ensuring its ability to withstand potential stresses. The dam has not undergone any significant modifications or risk assessments in recent years, indicating a need for continued monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the safety of downstream communities and the environment.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts should take note of Emerald No. 2 Main Valley Eastern as a crucial structure in the region's water management system. Its strategic location and storage capacity on TR Smith Creek play a key role in regulating water flow and mitigating flood risks. Ongoing efforts by regulatory agencies and private owners are essential to ensure the dam's long-term functionality and safety in the face of changing climate conditions and increasing water resource demands.

Dam Length

5170

Dam Height

270

River Or Stream

TR SMITH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.17

Nid Storage

7272.5

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

270
       
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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.