Odgen Heights Dam

Monroe, New York· Earth· 8 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Odgen Heights Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage14 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDNY16969

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: July 31, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

CATHERINE SPERRICK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Odgen Heights Dam?

Odgen Heights 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 Odgen Heights Dam?

Odgen Heights Dam is owned by CATHERINE SPERRICK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Odgen Heights Dam?

Odgen Heights Dam 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 Odgen Heights Dam last inspected?

Odgen Heights Dam was last inspected on July 31, 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.