Stark Falls Dike B Reservoir Report
Nearby: Stark Falls Dike C Stark Falls
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Stark Falls Dike B, located in Stark, New York, is a private rockfill dam constructed in 1957 for hydroelectric purposes on the Raquette River.
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Summary
With a height of 17 feet and a storage capacity of 12,854 acre-feet, this dam plays a significant role in the region's water resource management. Despite being under federal regulation by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the dam is not subject to state permitting but undergoes regular inspections by the same agency to ensure its structural integrity.
The dam, associated with five other structures, covers a surface area of 585 acres and drains an area of 877 square miles. Although it does not have a spillway, Stark Falls Dike B is classified as having a significant hazard potential due to its location and design. The dam's risk assessment is rated as high, emphasizing the importance of its proper maintenance and management to prevent potential emergencies. Overall, Stark Falls Dike B serves as a crucial infrastructure for both hydroelectric power generation and recreational activities in the area, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in New York.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
30 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
Raquette River |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
585 |
Drainage Area |
877 |
Nid Storage |
12854 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Stark Falls Dike B