Bayly Pond
Key Takeaway
Bayly Pond is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 16% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 521 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00343 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
GEORGE & ROBERT BAYLY & ERNEST KANNENGIESSER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bayly Pond?
Bayly Pond 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 Bayly Pond?
Bayly Pond is owned by GEORGE & ROBERT BAYLY & ERNEST KANNENGIESSER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bayly Pond built?
Bayly Pond was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Bayly Pond?
Bayly Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bayly Pond?
Bayly Pond has a dam height of 12 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 Bayly Pond last inspected?
Bayly Pond was last inspected on July 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.