Cobblestone Creek Dam

WHITE BROOK· Ontario, New York· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Cobblestone Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage137 acre-ft
Normal Storage117 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge778 cfs
NID IDNY01597

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 21, 1995
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

VICWIL ASSOCIATES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cobblestone Creek Dam?

Cobblestone Creek 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 Cobblestone Creek Dam?

Cobblestone Creek Dam is owned by VICWIL ASSOCIATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cobblestone Creek Dam?

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

How tall is Cobblestone Creek Dam?

Cobblestone Creek Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Cobblestone Creek Dam last inspected?

Cobblestone Creek Dam was last inspected on June 21, 1995. 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.