Ramey Reservoir Report
Nearby: Janesville Tipton
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Ramey is a private dam located in Gulich Township, Clearfield, Pennsylvania, along Beaver Run.
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Summary
Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, this earth dam stands at 17 feet high and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 79 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.7 acres, Ramey plays a crucial role in supporting outdoor activities in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Ramey has not undergone a formal condition assessment and is not currently rated. The last inspection conducted in August 2019 revealed a need for inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity. While the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures remain unknown, its current state raises questions about its long-term sustainability and the potential risks it may pose to the surrounding community and ecosystem.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ramey presents an intriguing case study in dam management and regulatory oversight. Its location in a rural area highlights the importance of balancing recreational benefits with environmental considerations, especially as climate change impacts the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. Monitoring and maintaining the integrity of dams like Ramey will be crucial in safeguarding water resources and enhancing resilience in the face of a changing climate.
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVER RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.43 |
Nid Storage |
79 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Ramey