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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia - Nonoverflow Section | New York | Jefferson | 13 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1910 | Hydroelectric |
| Mud Creek Flood Control Dam | New York | Oneida | 13 | Low | Not Rated | — | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Wiltse Dam | New York | Oswego | 13 | Low | Not Rated | — | Recreation |
| Camp Shomria Dam | New York | Sullivan | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1975 | Recreation |
| Albert Carter Dam | New York | Steuben | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1974 | Recreation |
| Brookville Subdivision Dam | New York | Monroe | 13 | Significant | Not Rated | 1990 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Velasko Road Detention Basin Dam | New York | Onondaga | 13 | High | Satisfactory | 1980 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Antwerp Dam #2 | New York | Jefferson | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1925 | Water Supply |
| Rosenfeld Pond Dam | New York | Broome | 13 | Significant | Poor | 1996 | Recreation |
| Robert Francis Farm Pond Dam | New York | Chautauqua | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1979 | Recreation |
| Botnick Dam | New York | Broome | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1952 | Recreation |
| Paul King Pond Dam | New York | Steuben | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1965 | Recreation |
| Grasse River Dam | New York | St. Lawrence | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1881 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Blanchard Recreational Dam & Dike | New York | Otsego | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1969 | Recreation |
| Larrabee Dam | New York | Fulton | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1985 | Water Supply |
| Drew Lake Dam | New York | Putnam | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1835 | Recreation |
| Long Lake Park Dam | New York | Hamilton | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1934 | Recreation |
| James Vance Wildlife Dam | New York | Chenango | 13 | Significant | Not Rated | 1972 | Recreation |
| Kistner Main Pond Dam | New York | Genesee | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 2000 | Recreation |
| Kaye Pond Dam | New York | Albany | 13 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1967 | Recreation |
| Pine Lake Dam | New York | Sullivan | 13 | Low | Not Rated | — | Recreation |
| South Pond Dam | New York | Nassau | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1903 | Water Supply |
| Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam | New York | Steuben | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1973 | Recreation |
| Lyle Harwood Recreational Pond Dam | New York | Cattaraugus | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1967 | Recreation |
| Kenoza Lake Dam | New York | Sullivan | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1843 | Recreation |
| Talcville | New York | St. Lawrence | 13 | Low | Satisfactory | 1987 | Hydroelectric |
| Lucky Star Lake Dam | New York | Jefferson | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1951 | Recreation |
| Barrett Pond Dam | New York | Putnam | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1920 | Recreation |
| Arling Saunders Pond Dam | New York | Allegany | 13 | Significant | Not Rated | 1954 | Other |
| Empire Mills Dam | New York | Wayne | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1916 | Recreation |
| China Pond Dam | New York | Putnam | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1927 | Recreation |
| Lake Lucille Dam | New York | Rockland | 13 | High | Poor | 1935 | Recreation |
| Paramount Pond Dam | New York | Sullivan | 13 | Significant | Poor | 1947 | Recreation |
| Arrow Park Rec Dam | New York | Orange | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1911 | Recreation |
| John Patrick Pond Dam | New York | Rockland | 13 | Significant | Poor | 1955 | Recreation |
| Glencliff Road Detention Basin Dam | New York | Onondaga | 13 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1977 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Arend Oohms Dam | New York | Columbia | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1970 | Recreation |
| Pell Lake Dam | New York | Dutchess | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1935 | Recreation |
| Lochada Lake Dam | New York | Sullivan | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1960 | Recreation |
| Warren Bippert Pond Dam | New York | Erie | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1960 | Other |
| Sage Pond Dam | New York | Oswego | 13 | Significant | Satisfactory | 1957 | Recreation |
| Summit Lake Dam | New York | Orange | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1873 | Recreation |
| Edwin Vickery Dam | New York | Schoharie | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1935 | Recreation |
| Larkin Creek Dam | New York | Monroe | 13 | High | Satisfactory | 1977 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Gary Koon Dam | New York | Steuben | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1974 | Recreation |
| Tranquility Camp Dam | New York | Greene | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1977 | Recreation |
| Bennetts Bridge - Dike B | New York | Oswego | 13 | High | Satisfactory | 1914 | Hydroelectric |
| Flint Marsh Dam | New York | Wyoming | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1956 | Other |
| Peconic Lake Dam | New York | Suffolk | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1915 | Recreation |
| Lake Edward Dam | New York | Fulton | 13 | Low | Not Rated | 1855 | 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.