Norwich Reservoir #1 Dam

New York — Chenango County — RANSFORD CREEK

Location

StateNew York
CountyChenango
RiverRANSFORD CREEK
Coordinates42.54712, -75.49386

Physical Characteristics

NID Height47 ft
Dam Height47 ft
Dam Length270 ft
NID Storage136 acre-ft
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionSeptember 23, 2024
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1881
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCITY OF NORWICH
Other NameNorwich Water Works Dam #1

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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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