Kessinger Taberg Dam

EAST BRANCH FISH CREEK· Oneida, New York· Built 1908· Concrete· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kessinger Taberg Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 73.4% in NY)
Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area137 sq mi
Max Discharge14,500 cfs
Year Completed1908 (118 years old)
NID IDNY00422

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: May 15, 1998
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

CITY OF ROME

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kessinger Taberg Dam?

Kessinger Taberg 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 Kessinger Taberg Dam?

Kessinger Taberg Dam is owned by CITY OF ROME (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kessinger Taberg Dam built?

Kessinger Taberg Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Kessinger Taberg Dam?

Kessinger Taberg Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kessinger Taberg Dam?

Kessinger Taberg Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Kessinger Taberg Dam last inspected?

Kessinger Taberg Dam was last inspected on May 15, 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.