Bailey Mine Area No.
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3 Saddle B is a privately owned dam located in Greene, Pennsylvania, specifically in Richhill Township. Constructed in 2014 by Michael Baker Jr., Inc., this earth dam stands at 27 feet high and spans 480 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 4,063 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
Situated along Fletcher Run, this dam serves a primary purpose classified as "Other," with a normal storage capacity of 895 acre-feet and a surface area of 181 acres. Despite being deemed as having a high hazard potential, the condition assessment of Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle B is satisfactory. The dam has not undergone modifications since its completion, and emergency action plans and inundation maps have not been prepared as of the latest data update in 2021. With its critical role in water resource management, this dam represents a significant infrastructure for the region's environmental and climate resilience efforts.
Overall, Bailey Mine Area No. 3 Saddle B stands as a vital component of the water infrastructure in Greene County, Pennsylvania. As a regulated structure with a high hazard potential, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are crucial to ensuring the safety of surrounding communities and the integrity of the dam. With its capacity to store water and manage flood risks, this earth dam plays a key role in safeguarding the local environment and supporting sustainable water resource management practices amidst changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
2014 |
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
FLETCHER RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
181 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
4063 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |