Waterbury Roadway Embankment Reservoir Report
Last Updated: March 20, 2026
The Waterbury Roadway Embankment in Camden, New York, stands as a historic structure completed in 1914 for hydroelectric purposes along the Salmon River.
Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 5 feet and a length of 400 feet, serves multiple functions including flood risk reduction, hydroelectric power generation, and recreation. It has a storage capacity of 66,500 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 3,500 acres within a drainage area of 191 square miles.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the Waterbury Roadway Embankment poses a high hazard potential and is categorized as high risk. While the condition assessment is not available, the dam undergoes regular inspections with a frequency of once per year. Despite its age, the structure continues to play a crucial role in the local ecosystem and economy, showcasing the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
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Year Completed |
1914 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
5 |
River Or Stream |
Salmon River |
Surface Area |
3500 |
Drainage Area |
191 |
Nid Storage |
66500 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
5 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salmon River At Pineville Ny
|
2070cfs |
East Branch Fish Creek At Taberg Ny
|
499cfs |
Scriba Creek Near Constantia Ny
|
184cfs |
Sandy Creek Near Adams Ny
|
649cfs |
Black River Near Boonville Ny
|
1480cfs |
Mohawk River Below Delta Dam Near Rome Ny
|
1590cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Waterbury Roadway Embankment