Blue Top Dam

TR-PHELPS CREEK· Broome, New York· Built 2000· Earth· 20 ft tall

Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Blue Top Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY)
Dam Length	650 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	40 acre-ft
Normal Storage	24 acre-ft

Surface Area	4 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	38 cfs
Year Completed	2000 (26 years old)
NID ID	NY16000

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: April 28, 2017

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

BENJAMIN & CHARLENE DANIELS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Blue Top Dam?

Blue Top Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Blue Top Dam?

Blue Top Dam is owned by BENJAMIN & CHARLENE DANIELS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Blue Top Dam built?

Blue Top Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Blue Top Dam?

Blue Top Dam 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 Blue Top Dam?

Blue Top Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Blue Top Dam last inspected?

Blue Top Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2017. 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.