Hayes Dam

TR-PLEASANT BROOK· Otsego, New York· Built 1974· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Hayes Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 53.6% in NY)
Dam Length950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage86 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge71 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDNY01463

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: April 1, 1998
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

WILLIAM & JACKELIN HAYES

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hayes Dam?

Hayes 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 Hayes Dam?

Hayes Dam is owned by WILLIAM & JACKELIN HAYES (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hayes Dam built?

Hayes Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Hayes Dam?

Hayes 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 Hayes Dam?

Hayes Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Hayes Dam last inspected?

Hayes Dam was last inspected on April 1, 1998. 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.