Naylor Dam

TR-CHITTENANGO CREEK· Madison, New York· Built 1974· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Naylor Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage34 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge131 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDNY12119

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: August 23, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

JENNIFER CALOIA - CHRISTOPHER KLEIN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Naylor Dam?

Naylor 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 Naylor Dam?

Naylor Dam is owned by JENNIFER CALOIA - CHRISTOPHER KLEIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Naylor Dam built?

Naylor Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Naylor Dam?

Naylor 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 Naylor Dam?

Naylor Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Naylor Dam last inspected?

Naylor Dam was last inspected on August 23, 2018. 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.