Sixth Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Sixth Lake Dam, located in Inlet, New York, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1920 primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

With a height of 16 feet and a length of 335 feet, it has a storage capacity of 10,500 acre-feet and serves as a vital hub for water-based activities in the region. The dam, situated on the Middle Branch Moose River, has a controlled spillway with a width of 25 feet, ensuring proper water flow management.

Despite its fair condition assessment in 2016, Sixth Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its age and the surrounding environmental factors. The dam's high risk assessment status signifies the need for regular inspections and maintenance to prevent potential failures and ensure the safety of the local community. With a very high risk rating of 1, stakeholders must prioritize risk management measures and emergency preparedness to mitigate any potential disasters effectively.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sixth Lake Dam stands as a significant infrastructure piece within Hamilton County, offering both recreational opportunities and a critical water management function. As it continues to play a pivotal role in the region's water ecosystem, stakeholders must remain vigilant in monitoring its condition and implementing necessary measures to safeguard its integrity and the surrounding environment.

Year Completed

1920

Dam Length

335

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

MIDDLE BRANCH MOOSE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

732

Drainage Area

17.1

Nid Storage

10500

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

16
       
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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.