Henry Becker Dam

TR-ENGINE CREEK· Wyoming, New York· Built 1960· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Henry Becker Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage59 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge180 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDNY01250

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 23, 1997
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

B. A. BECKER

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Henry Becker Dam?

Henry Becker 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 Henry Becker Dam?

Henry Becker Dam is owned by B. A. BECKER (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Henry Becker Dam built?

Henry Becker Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Henry Becker Dam?

Henry Becker 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 Henry Becker Dam?

Henry Becker Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Henry Becker Dam last inspected?

Henry Becker Dam was last inspected on October 23, 1997. 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.