Joseph Torch Lake Dam

Broome County, New York (near Great Bend Pa)

River/Stream: HONEY HOLLOW CREEK

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
31 ft
Dam Length
380 ft
Reservoir Storage
144 acre-ft
Year Completed
1966
Primary Purpose
Recreation
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
3,218 cfs

Condition Assessment

PoorLast inspected: 2019-10-01

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

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

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NY01029
State
New York (NY)
Coordinates
42.01556, -75.70806
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.