Wittig Dam

COLD BROOK· Oneida, New York· Built 1964· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Wittig Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDNY00638

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: April 18, 1973
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

J ZAVALIDROGA

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wittig Dam?

Wittig 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 Wittig Dam?

Wittig Dam is owned by J ZAVALIDROGA (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wittig Dam built?

Wittig Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Wittig Dam?

Wittig 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 Wittig Dam?

Wittig 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 Wittig Dam last inspected?

Wittig Dam was last inspected on April 18, 1973. 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.