Norwich Reservoir #1 Dam
New York — Chenango County — RANSFORD CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Chenango |
| River | RANSFORD CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.54712, -75.49386 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| NID Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 23, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1881 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF NORWICH |
| Other Name | Norwich Water Works Dam #1 |
Location Map
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.