Humphrey Pond Dam

TRIB-TONAWANDA CREEK· Wyoming, New York· Earth· 29 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Humphrey Pond 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 29 ft (taller than 77.5% in NY)
Dam Length1,350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge150 cfs
NID IDNY16222

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 11, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

PETER & SALLY HUMPHREY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Humphrey Pond Dam?

Humphrey Pond 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 Humphrey Pond Dam?

Humphrey Pond Dam is owned by PETER & SALLY HUMPHREY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Humphrey Pond Dam?

Humphrey Pond 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 Humphrey Pond Dam?

Humphrey Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Humphrey Pond Dam last inspected?

Humphrey Pond Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2015. 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.