Wampus Lake Reservoir Dam

New York — Westchester County — WAMPUS RIVER

Location

StateNew York
CountyWestchester
RiverWAMPUS RIVER
Coordinates41.14500, -73.72583

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length65 ft
NID Storage180 acre-ft
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area38 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJanuary 26, 2024
Inspection Frequency4

Dam Information

Year Completed1940
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerWESTCHESTER COUNTY DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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