Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge

KUNJAMUK CREEK· Hamilton, New York· Built 1932· Timber Crib· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY)
Dam Length52 ft
Dam TypeTimber Crib
Max Storage504 acre-ft
Normal Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area67 acres
Drainage Area16 sq mi
Max Discharge910 cfs
Year Completed1932 (94 years old)
NID IDNY01163

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: December 31, 1901
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

NYS DEC

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge?

Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge 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 Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge?

Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge is owned by NYS DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge built?

Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge?

Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge 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 Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge?

Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge has a dam height of 8 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 Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge last inspected?

Kunjamuk Creek Dam At Deerfoot Lodge was last inspected on December 31, 1901. 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.