Inghams Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dolgeville Daniel Green Company Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Inghams Dam, also known as Kyser Lake, is a privately owned structure located in Ingham Mills, Fulton County, New York.
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Summary
Built in 1911, this concrete dam stands at a height of 125 feet and spans a length of 685 feet, serving primarily for hydroelectric power generation and recreation purposes. It is situated on the East Canada Creek and has a storage capacity of 4,600 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 3,100 acre-feet.
With a maximum discharge capacity of 21,000 cubic feet per second and a spillway width of 205 feet, Inghams Dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) for permitting, inspection, and enforcement purposes. The dam has been assessed to have a high hazard potential and is currently in poor condition. Despite its age, it continues to play a significant role in water resource management and energy generation in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts would be fascinated by the historical significance and engineering feats of Inghams Dam, as well as its ongoing management challenges and risk factors. The dam's location on the East Canada Creek, its high hazard potential, and the complexities of its operation and maintenance make it a noteworthy subject of study in the realm of hydroelectric infrastructure and environmental conservation.
Year Completed |
1911 |
Dam Length |
685 |
Dam Height |
125 |
River Or Stream |
EAST CANADA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
188 |
Drainage Area |
278 |
Nid Storage |
4600 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
125 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Inghams Dam