Neversink Reservoir Dam, located in Sullivan County, New York, is a crucial structure for water supply management in the region.
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Completed in 1953, this earth dam stands at a height of 190 feet and spans 3000 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 142,000 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is water supply, serving the local community with a normal storage capacity of 108,872 acre-feet and a drainage area of 90.1 square miles.
With a controlled spillway type and a spillway width of 600 feet, the Neversink Reservoir Dam is designed to manage up to 120,000 cubic feet per second of discharge. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam has been assessed as satisfactory in condition, last inspected in September 2020. The risk assessment for the dam is rated as very high (1), indicating the importance of ongoing risk management measures for this critical infrastructure. This dam plays a vital role in ensuring water supply reliability for the surrounding area, making it a key component in water resource and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
3000 |
Dam Height |
190 |
River Or Stream |
NEVERSINK RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1472 |
Drainage Area |
90.1 |
Nid Storage |
142000 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
190 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Morningside Park
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Willowemoc Campground
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Camp Rayim
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Mongaup Pond - DEC
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Mountaindale Park
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Onteora Scout Reservation
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