Smith Pond Dam

BUMPS CREEK· Chenango, New York· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Smith Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
NID IDNY01492

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: November 26, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

Jean and Matthew Wichlinski;William Manning & Juliza Manrique

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smith Pond Dam?

Smith Pond 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 Smith Pond Dam?

Smith Pond Dam is owned by Jean and Matthew Wichlinski;William Manning & Juliza Manrique (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Smith Pond Dam?

Smith 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 Smith Pond Dam?

Smith Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Smith Pond Dam last inspected?

Smith Pond Dam was last inspected on November 26, 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.