Baugher

TR BERMUDIAN CREEK· Adams, Pennsylvania· Built 1979· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Baugher is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.7% in PA)
Dam Length312 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDPA01506

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 4, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

JOHN A. BAUGHER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Baugher?

Baugher is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Baugher?

Baugher is owned by JOHN A. BAUGHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Baugher built?

Baugher was completed in 1979, making it 47 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Baugher?

Baugher serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Baugher?

Baugher has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Baugher last inspected?

Baugher was last inspected on June 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.