Cody Pond Dam

TR-W BRANCH LITTLE RIVER· Oswego, New York· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Hydroelectric Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Cody Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY)
Dam Length120 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage194 acre-ft
Normal Storage194 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
NID IDNY01447

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: December 31, 1901
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

JOSEPH & ANDREW BUFF

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cody Pond Dam?

Cody Pond 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 Cody Pond Dam?

Cody Pond Dam is owned by JOSEPH & ANDREW BUFF (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cody Pond Dam?

Cody Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cody Pond Dam?

Cody Pond 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 Cody Pond Dam last inspected?

Cody Pond Dam was last inspected on December 31, 1901. 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.