Deposit Reservoir Dam

TR-WEST BR DELAWARE RIVER· Broome, New York· Earth· 21 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Deposit Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 61.3% in NY)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage91 acre-ft
Normal Storage82 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDNY01563

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: October 1, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

AVA C. THORIN;MR & MRS EVANS;MR FREDERICK WILLIAMS AND MR. WILLIAM KELLY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Deposit Reservoir Dam?

Deposit Reservoir 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 Deposit Reservoir Dam?

Deposit Reservoir Dam is owned by AVA C. THORIN;MR & MRS EVANS;MR FREDERICK WILLIAMS AND MR. WILLIAM KELLY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Deposit Reservoir Dam?

Deposit Reservoir 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 Deposit Reservoir Dam?

Deposit Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Deposit Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Deposit Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2019. 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.