Balsam Swamp Dam

Chenango County, New York (near Mcdonough)

River/Stream: BALSAM CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
19 ft
Dam Length
355 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,416 acre-ft
Year Completed
1966
Primary Purpose
Fish and Wildlife Pond
Owner Type
State
Max Discharge
449 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2019-07-15

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NY01006
State
New York (NY)
Coordinates
42.54611, -75.76139
Age
60 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.