Ballibay Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Ballibay is a private recreational dam located in Herrick Township, Bradford County, Pennsylvania.


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Summary

Managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 10.7 acre-feet. The dam, situated on TR Rummerfield Creek, serves the primary purpose of recreation and covers a surface area of 2.52 acres with a drainage area of 0.25 square miles.

Despite its significant hazard potential, Ballibay currently has an unsatisfactory condition assessment. With no recent inspection date available, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and inundation maps remain unclear. The dam's condition and emergency preparedness are crucial factors to consider for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding the potential risks associated with dams in the area.

For those interested in water resource management and climate resilience, Ballibay represents a unique case study. With limited information available on its maintenance and emergency preparedness, this dam underscores the importance of regular inspections, condition assessments, and updated emergency action plans to ensure the safety and resilience of water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.

Dam Length

275

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

TR RUMMERFIELD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.52

Drainage Area

0.25

Nid Storage

10.7

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

10
       
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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.