Enfield Glen Dam

ENFIELD CREEK· Tompkins, New York· Built 1933· Arch· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Enfield Glen Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY)
Dam Length92 ft
Dam TypeArch
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area20 sq mi
Max Discharge2,800 cfs
Year Completed1933 (93 years old)
NID IDNY00433

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: October 19, 1989
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

NYS PARKS & RECREATION FINGER LAKES

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Enfield Glen Dam?

Enfield Glen 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 Enfield Glen Dam?

Enfield Glen Dam is owned by NYS PARKS & RECREATION FINGER LAKES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Enfield Glen Dam built?

Enfield Glen Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Enfield Glen Dam?

Enfield Glen 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 Enfield Glen Dam?

Enfield Glen Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Enfield Glen Dam last inspected?

Enfield Glen Dam was last inspected on October 19, 1989. 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.