Otter Creek Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Otter Creek Dam, also known as Albion Reservoir #2, is a privately owned structure located in Orleans, New York, specifically in Eagle Harbor Station.
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Summary
Completed in 1916, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 13 acres and a normal storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 37 feet, with a length of 310 feet, and is situated on Otter Creek, within the Buffalo District of New York.
Despite its age, Otter Creek Dam has faced challenges in recent years, with a condition assessment rating of "poor" and a significant hazard potential. The last inspection in 2017 revealed the need for improvements and heightened risk management measures. With a moderate risk level assigned to it, there is a call for increased attention to ensure the safety and stability of the dam, especially in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource management concerns. As a vital component of the local landscape, Otter Creek Dam requires ongoing monitoring and maintenance to protect both the environment and surrounding communities from potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1916 |
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
OTTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Drainage Area |
10.7 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
37 |
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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.
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