Howard La Fever Dam #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Thomas J Kelaher Dam Betty Brook Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Howard La Fever Dam #1, located in East Meredith, New York, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1979 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 25 feet and stretching 1900 feet in length, the dam provides a storage capacity of 746 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 462 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Kortright Creek and has a significant hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the dam is state-regulated and subject to regular inspections and enforcement protocols. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 75 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 440 cubic feet per second. The surrounding area covers a surface area of 60 acres and drains a 0.38 square mile watershed.
Despite its private ownership, Howard La Fever Dam #1 serves as a vital recreational asset in the region, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities. The dam's strategic location on TR-Kortright Creek contributes to water resource management and enhances the local ecosystem, making it a valuable site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
1900 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KORTRIGHT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
60 |
Drainage Area |
0.38 |
Nid Storage |
746 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Howard La Fever Dam #1