Steer Pond Dam

MILLBROOK· Chenango, New York· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage260 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area45 acres
Max Discharge50 cfs
NID IDNY01482

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: May 8, 1997
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

LAKE STEER CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Steer Pond Dam?

Steer 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 Steer Pond Dam?

Steer Pond Dam is owned by LAKE STEER CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Steer Pond Dam?

Steer 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 Steer Pond Dam?

Steer Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Steer Pond Dam last inspected?

Steer Pond Dam was last inspected on May 8, 1997. 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.