Melcher Dam
New York — Columbia County — TR-TAGHKANIC CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Columbia |
| River | TR-TAGHKANIC CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.16167, -73.58833 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| NID Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | November 23, 2004 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1930 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | WESLEY L COON |
| Other Name | George Melcher Pond |
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.