Rogers Lake Dam

TR-OCCANUM CREEK· Broome, New York· Other· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Rogers Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY)
Dam Length120 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Max Discharge40 cfs
NID IDNY01472

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: January 1, 1980
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

LLOYD SWEET

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rogers Lake Dam?

Rogers Lake 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 Rogers Lake Dam?

Rogers Lake Dam is owned by LLOYD SWEET (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rogers Lake Dam?

Rogers Lake 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 Rogers Lake Dam?

Rogers Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Rogers Lake Dam last inspected?

Rogers Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1980. 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.