Wesley Chapel Dam #2

TR-MAHWAH RIVER· Rockland, New York· Earth· 10 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Wesley Chapel Dam #2 is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage14 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
NID IDNY13274

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 23, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

ROCKLAND COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wesley Chapel Dam #2?

Wesley Chapel Dam #2 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Wesley Chapel Dam #2?

Wesley Chapel Dam #2 is owned by ROCKLAND COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wesley Chapel Dam #2?

Wesley Chapel Dam #2 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 Wesley Chapel Dam #2?

Wesley Chapel Dam #2 has a dam height of 10 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 Wesley Chapel Dam #2 last inspected?

Wesley Chapel Dam #2 was last inspected on November 23, 2020. 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.