Buck Lake Dam

MILE CREEK· Oneida, New York· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Buck Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY)
Dam Length190 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage113 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDNY01387

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: August 27, 1991
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

FRANK MAZZA

Not Listed

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Hawkinsville Dam

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Otter Lake Dam

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John Teal Recreational Pond Dam

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Denley

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Lyonsdale - Dam No. 2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Buck Lake Dam?

Buck Lake Dam 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 Buck Lake Dam?

Buck Lake Dam is owned by FRANK MAZZA (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Buck Lake Dam?

Buck Lake 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 Buck Lake Dam?

Buck Lake Dam 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 Buck Lake Dam last inspected?

Buck Lake Dam was last inspected on August 27, 1991. 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.