West Branch Dam
New York — Putnam County
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Putnam |
| Coordinates | 41.41195, -73.69569 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 85 ft |
| Dam Height | 85 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,795 ft |
| NID Storage | 42,300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 42,300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,083 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1895 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | NYCDEP DAMS EAST OF THE HUDSON RIVER |
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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.