Browse Dams
1,941 dams in the National Inventory of Dams.
National Inventory of Dams
Browse 1,941 dams from the NID database. Each record includes dam name, location, physical dimensions, hazard potential classification, condition assessment, purpose, owner information, and emergency action plan status. Use the filters below to search by state, hazard level, condition, or keyword.
| Name | State | County | Height (ft) | Hazard | Condition | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Lake Dam | New York | Herkimer | 23 | Low | Not Rated | 1973 | Recreation |
| Edward Klimchock Dam | New York | Delaware | 23 | Significant | Poor | 1981 | Other |
| Hunts Pond Dam | New York | Chenango | 23 | Low | Not Rated | 1940 | Recreation |
| Gallatin Pond Dam | New York | Columbia | 23 | Low | Not Rated | 1988 | Recreation |
| Dam At Lock E 27 | New York | Wayne | 23 | Low | Not Rated | 1910 | Hydroelectric |
| Elmcrest Childrens Center Dam | New York | Onondaga | 23 | Low | Not Rated | 1980 | Recreation |
| W O Bruyere Farm Pond Dam | New York | Wyoming | 23 | Low | Not Rated | 1957 | Other |
| Scotts Reservoir Dam | New York | Westchester | 23 | Significant | Poor | 1883 | Water Supply |
| Elk Lake Dam | New York | Essex | 23 | Low | Not Rated | 1965 | Recreation |
| Mjj Dam | New York | Dutchess | 23 | Significant | Poor | 1961 | Recreation |
| Whetstone Gulf Storage Dam | New York | Lewis | 23 | High | Fair | 1961 | Recreation |
| Cold Spring Dam (Upper) | New York | Putnam | 23 | High | Poor | 1934 | Water Supply |
| Taylorville - South Dam | New York | Lewis | 23 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1914 | Hydroelectric |
| Aleck Meadow Reservoir Dam | New York | Orange | 23 | Significant | Poor | 1956 | Water Supply |
| Camp Schoellkopf #2 Dam | New York | Wyoming | 23 | Significant | Not Rated | 1957 | Recreation |
| Lock 29 Dam Barge Canal | New York | Wayne | 23 | Low | Not Rated | 1912 | Hydroelectric |
| Mt. Miles INC. Dam | New York | Otsego | 23 | Low | Not Rated | 1963 | Recreation |
| Hartwick Reservoir Dam | New York | Otsego | 23 | Significant | Poor | 1924 | Recreation |
| Lake Lincolndale Dam | New York | Westchester | 22 | High | Poor | 1935 | Recreation |
| Wanaksink Lake Dam | New York | Sullivan | 22 | High | Satisfactory | 1852 | Recreation |
| Hoosick Falls Dam | New York | Rensselaer | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 1890 | Hydroelectric |
| Lake Jefferson | New York | Sullivan | 22 | High | Unsatisfactory | 1927 | Hydroelectric |
| John Allen Pond Dam | New York | Putnam | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 1935 | Recreation |
| Beebee Island Diversion Dam | New York | Jefferson | 22 | Significant | Not Rated | 1931 | Hydroelectric |
| Stark Falls Dike A | New York | St. Lawrence | 22 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1957 | Hydroelectric |
| Mine Lake | New York | Orange | 22 | Significant | Poor | 1845 | Water Supply |
| Yankee Lake Dam | New York | Sullivan | 22 | High | Satisfactory | 1844 | Recreation |
| Larry Halloran Pond Dam | New York | Onondaga | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 1963 | Recreation |
| Dexter South Channel Dam | New York | Jefferson | 22 | Low | Satisfactory | 1925 | Hydroelectric |
| Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam | New York | Columbia | 22 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1959 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or ... |
| Eagle | New York | Lewis | 22 | Low | Satisfactory | 1915 | Hydroelectric |
| Davis Lake Dam | New York | Clinton | 22 | Significant | Poor | 1957 | Recreation |
| Station 5 | New York | Monroe | 22 | Low | Satisfactory | 1918 | Hydroelectric |
| Queensboro Lake Dam | New York | Orange | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 1924 | Recreation |
| Bowman Ave Dam | New York | Westchester | 22 | Significant | Poor | 1941 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Melcher Dam | New York | Columbia | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 1930 | Recreation |
| Korianski Pond Dam | New York | Delaware | 22 | Significant | Poor | 1974 | Other |
| Skaneateles Lake Dam | New York | Onondaga | 22 | High | Satisfactory | 1902 | Recreation |
| Pine Meadow Brook Dam | New York | Rockland | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 1935 | Recreation |
| Piercefield | New York | St. Lawrence | 22 | High | Satisfactory | 1914 | Hydroelectric |
| Forest Lake Dam | New York | Ulster | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 1905 | Recreation |
| Bomac Lake Dam | New York | Allegany | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 1957 | Recreation |
| Harvey Pond Dam (Deleted) | New York | Tioga | 22 | Significant | Poor | 2002 | Recreation |
| Storm King Art Center Dam | New York | Orange | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 2001 | Other |
| Skaneateles Creek Dam | New York | Onondaga | 22 | Low | Not Rated | - | Other |
| Massawippa Lake Dam | New York | Orange | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 1934 | Recreation |
| St Josephs Lake Dam | New York | Sullivan | 22 | High | Satisfactory | 1905 | Recreation |
| Hastings Power Dam | New York | Rensselaer | 22 | Significant | Poor | 1920 | Hydroelectric |
| Potake Lake Dam | New York | Rockland | 22 | High | Satisfactory | 1800 | Recreation |
| Foster Lake Dam & Dike | New York | Allegany | 22 | Low | Not Rated | 1967 | Recreation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Hazard potential is based on the consequences of dam failure, not the condition of the dam. High hazard means loss of human life is probable. Significant means economic and environmental losses are expected but no probable loss of life. Low means minimal losses are expected. The classification considers downstream population, infrastructure, and environmental resources.
Condition ratings reflect the physical state of the dam based on periodic inspections. Satisfactory means no deficiencies found. Fair means minor issues exist but no immediate action needed. Poor means safety deficiencies require remedial action. Unsatisfactory means the dam is unsafe and immediate corrective action is required.
Yes. Use the search field above to find dams by name. You can also combine the search with state, hazard, and condition filters to narrow your results. Each dam record links to a detail page with complete information.