Wolf Creek Dam

WOLF CREEK· Saratoga, New York· Built 1931· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Wolf Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage149 acre-ft
Normal Storage149 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Year Completed1931 (95 years old)
NID IDNY01064

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: November 29, 1971
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

HIDDEN VALLEY FARM

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wolf Creek Dam?

Wolf Creek 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 Wolf Creek Dam?

Wolf Creek Dam is owned by HIDDEN VALLEY FARM (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wolf Creek Dam built?

Wolf Creek Dam was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Wolf Creek Dam?

Wolf Creek 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 Wolf Creek Dam?

Wolf Creek Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Wolf Creek Dam last inspected?

Wolf Creek Dam was last inspected on November 29, 1971. 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.