Whites Pond Dam

WHITE STORE BROOK· Chenango, New York· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY)
Dam Length75 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage74 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
NID IDNY01478

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: June 3, 1999
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

MASON WHITE

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Whites Pond Dam?

Whites 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 Whites Pond Dam?

Whites Pond Dam is owned by MASON WHITE (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Whites Pond Dam?

Whites 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 Whites Pond Dam?

Whites Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Whites Pond Dam last inspected?

Whites Pond Dam was last inspected on June 3, 1999. 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.