Joseph Beaton Dam

TR-BLACK RIVER· Oneida, New York· Built 1980· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Joseph Beaton Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNY01567

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: July 29, 1986
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

JOSEPH BEATON

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Joseph Beaton Dam?

Joseph Beaton 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 Joseph Beaton Dam?

Joseph Beaton Dam is owned by JOSEPH BEATON (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Joseph Beaton Dam built?

Joseph Beaton Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Joseph Beaton Dam?

Joseph Beaton 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 Joseph Beaton Dam?

Joseph Beaton Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Joseph Beaton Dam last inspected?

Joseph Beaton Dam was last inspected on July 29, 1986. 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.