Edwin Vickery Dam, also known as Bear Swamp Pond, is a private-owned structure located in Argusville, New York.
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Completed in 1935, this concrete dam stands at a height of 13 feet with a length of 81 feet, providing essential water supply and recreational opportunities for the surrounding area. Situated on Flat Creek in Schoharie County, this dam has a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 720 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Edwin Vickery Dam undergoes regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Its primary purpose is for recreation, with water supply being a secondary function. The spillway, with a width of 46 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam has a surface area of 16 acres and drains an area of 18 square miles. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition remains unrated, but it continues to serve the community effectively while managing potential risks associated with its operation.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
81 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
FLAT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
16 |
Drainage Area |
18 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |