Oatka Creek Dam

OATKA CREEK· Genesee, New York· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Oatka Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY)
Dam Length280 ft
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Max Discharge6,400 cfs
NID IDNY01480

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

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oatka Creek Dam?

Oatka Creek 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 Oatka Creek Dam?

Oatka Creek Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Oatka Creek Dam?

Oatka Creek 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 Oatka Creek Dam?

Oatka Creek Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Oatka Creek Dam last inspected?

Oatka Creek Dam 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.