Peck Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Peck Lake Dam, located in Gloversville, New York, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation.


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Summary

Built in 1910, this buttress dam stands at a height of 39 feet and has a length of 1262 feet, creating a storage capacity of 23,170 acre-feet. Situated on Peck Creek, the dam serves multiple purposes, including recreation, and is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

Despite its age, Peck Lake Dam has a high hazard potential and a poor condition assessment, indicating the need for ongoing maintenance and monitoring. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 120 feet, and has a maximum discharge capacity of 3,070 cubic feet per second. Recent inspections in December 2020 highlighted the structural concerns, prompting the need for risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the safety of downstream communities.

With its historical significance and importance in providing hydroelectric power and recreational opportunities, Peck Lake Dam serves as a critical infrastructure in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to stay informed about the condition and management of dams like Peck Lake Dam to protect both the environment and surrounding communities from potential risks associated with aging infrastructure.

Year Completed

1910

Dam Length

1262

Dam Height

39

River Or Stream

PECK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Buttress

Surface Area

1300

Drainage Area

19

Nid Storage

23170

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

39
       
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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.