Mayfield Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Mayfield Dam, also known as Mayfield Lake, is a state-owned structure located in Mayfield, New York.


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Summary

Built in 1930, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and spans 370 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1,836 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, serving as a crucial tool in protecting the local community from potential water-related disasters.

Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), Mayfield Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam's controlled spillway, with a width of 81 feet, helps manage water discharge during periods of high flow. With a hazard potential rated as low and a risk assessment indicating a very high risk level, Mayfield Dam plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.

In addition to flood risk reduction, Mayfield Dam offers recreational opportunities and contributes to the overall water management strategy in the area. With its strategic location on Mayfield Creek, this important infrastructure project continues to be a key asset in protecting the community and surrounding areas from the impacts of extreme weather events and ensuring sustainable water resource management for the future.

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

370

Dam Height

36

River Or Stream

MAYFIELD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

134

Drainage Area

32

Nid Storage

1836

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

36
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.