Lake Wellington Dam - Camp Cutler Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lake Wellington Dam, also known as Camp Cutler or Otetiana Boy Scout Dam, is a privately owned recreational site in Naples, New York.


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Summary

Completed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans 716 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 58.3 acre-feet. The dam sits on TR-Grimes Creek and serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and camping.

Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Lake Wellington Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced for safety and environmental compliance. With a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam undergoes inspections every four years to ensure its structural integrity. In case of emergencies, an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is in place, with the last review conducted in January 2020.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts visiting Lake Wellington Dam can appreciate its role in providing recreational opportunities while also being mindful of its significance for flood control and water storage in the area. With its uncontrolled spillway and maximum discharge capacity of 450 cubic feet per second, the dam contributes to the overall water management efforts in Ontario County, New York. As a privately owned structure, it showcases the partnership between private owners and state agencies in maintaining crucial infrastructure for the community's benefit.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

716

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

TR-GRIMES CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Drainage Area

0.29

Nid Storage

58.3

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

35
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.