Weerheim Dam

TR-HARRISON CREEK· Otsego, New York· Built 1965· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Weerheim Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY)
Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge58 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDNY01042

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 31, 1998
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

WARREN WEERHEIM

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Weerheim Dam?

Weerheim 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 Weerheim Dam?

Weerheim Dam is owned by WARREN WEERHEIM (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Weerheim Dam built?

Weerheim Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Weerheim Dam?

Weerheim 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 Weerheim Dam?

Weerheim 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 Weerheim Dam last inspected?

Weerheim Dam was last inspected on March 31, 1998. 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.