Galion Bay
Key Takeaway
Galion Bay is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 74.4% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 310 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00747 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TREASURE LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Galion Bay?
Galion Bay is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Galion Bay?
Galion Bay is owned by TREASURE LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Galion Bay built?
Galion Bay was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Galion Bay?
Galion Bay 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 Galion Bay?
Galion Bay has a dam height of 37 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 Galion Bay last inspected?
Galion Bay was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.