Balsam Swamp Dam
New York — Chenango County — BALSAM CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Chenango |
| River | BALSAM CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.54611, -75.76139 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Height | 19 ft |
| Dam Length | 355 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,416 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,416 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 121 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 27, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1966 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | NYS DEC DIVISION OF LANDS & FORESTS |
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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.