Wawayanda Camp Dam

TR-W BR NEVERSINK RIVER· Ulster, New York· Built 1958· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wawayanda Camp Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 75.9% in NY)
Dam Length2,350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,350 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDNY00519

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: March 26, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

FROST VALLEY YMCA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wawayanda Camp Dam?

Wawayanda Camp 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 Wawayanda Camp Dam?

Wawayanda Camp Dam is owned by FROST VALLEY YMCA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wawayanda Camp Dam built?

Wawayanda Camp Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Wawayanda Camp Dam?

Wawayanda Camp 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 Wawayanda Camp Dam?

Wawayanda Camp Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Wawayanda Camp Dam last inspected?

Wawayanda Camp Dam was last inspected on March 26, 2009. 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.