Echo Lake Dam

TR-WILKENS BROOK· Chenango, New York· Masonry· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeMasonry
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage114 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge18 cfs
NID IDNY01495

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 27, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

THE AMANY CORPORATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Echo Lake Dam?

Echo 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 Echo Lake Dam?

Echo Lake Dam is owned by THE AMANY CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Echo Lake Dam?

Echo 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 Echo Lake Dam?

Echo Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Echo Lake Dam last inspected?

Echo Lake Dam was last inspected on December 27, 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.