Halsey Valley Recreation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Halsey Valley Recreation Pond Dam, located in Tioga Center, New York, is a privately-owned earth dam constructed in 1964 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 225 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. The dam, situated on TR-PIPE CREEK, is regulated by the NYS DEC and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and integrity.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Halsey Valley Recreation Pond Dam provides a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor recreational activities. The uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 92 feet, allows for a maximum discharge of 144 cubic feet per second, ensuring proper management of water levels in the pond. The dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," indicating that further evaluation may be needed to determine its overall stability.
Despite its age, the Halsey Valley Recreation Pond Dam continues to serve as a vital recreational resource for the community, offering a surface area of 10 acres for boating, fishing, and other water-related activities. As efforts to maintain and monitor the dam persist, it remains a key element in the local landscape, providing both leisure and environmental benefits for residents and visitors alike.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
225 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PIPE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Susquehanna River At Owego Ny
|
3480cfs |
Susquehanna River Near Waverly Ny
|
3940cfs |
Wappasening Creek Near Windham Center
|
10cfs |
Chemung River At Chemung Ny
|
496cfs |
Sixmile Creek At Brooktondale Ny
|
83cfs |
Susquehanna River At Vestal Ny
|
3650cfs |
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.
Halsey Valley Recreation Pond Dam