Newkirk Pond Dam

CAROGA CREEK· Fulton, New York· Earth· 15 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Newkirk 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 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage126 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge600 cfs
NID IDNY01543

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: January 4, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

ANN P. NOSTRAND

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Newkirk Pond Dam?

Newkirk 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 Newkirk Pond Dam?

Newkirk Pond Dam is owned by ANN P. NOSTRAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Newkirk Pond Dam?

Newkirk 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 Newkirk Pond Dam?

Newkirk Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Newkirk Pond Dam last inspected?

Newkirk Pond Dam was last inspected on January 4, 2019. 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.