Leo A Yeier Recreational Pond Dam, also known as Yeier Pond, is a privately owned recreational dam located in Fairfield, Tioga, New York.
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Constructed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans a length of 590 feet, with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreational activities, offering a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Managed by the NYS DEC, the Leo A Yeier Recreational Pond Dam is state regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, this dam provides a safe environment for leisure activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 24 feet, and a maximum discharge capacity of 186 cubic feet per second.
Although the dam's condition assessment is not rated and the last inspection date is listed as December 31, 1901, the Leo A Yeier Recreational Pond Dam continues to be a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat in the natural surroundings of Tioga County, New York. With its beautiful surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 0.13 square miles, this dam offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of the TR-DOOLITTLE CREEK watershed.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
590 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DOOLITTLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |