H F Meyers Dam & Dikes Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 8, 2025
H F Meyers Dam & Dikes, also known as Harry F Meyers Rec Pond, is a private water resource located in West Candor, New York.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and spans 1330 feet, creating a recreational area with a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-DEAN CREEK and is regulated by the NYS DEC, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
With a primary purpose of recreation, H F Meyers Dam & Dikes offers a surface area of 4 acres for outdoor activities and water sports. The spillway, with a width of 50 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam has a low hazard potential. Despite being not rated in terms of condition assessment, the risk assessment is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. While the last inspection date goes back to 1976, the dam continues to offer moderate risk management measures to mitigate potential issues.
Overall, H F Meyers Dam & Dikes provides a recreational oasis in Tioga County, New York, with its earth dam structure serving as a vital water resource for the region. As climate and water resource enthusiasts, the data showcases the importance of proper regulation and monitoring to ensure the safety and functionality of such infrastructure. With a moderate risk assessment, there is a need for continued oversight and potential updates to meet current standards and enhance the recreational experience for visitors.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1330 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DEAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
H F Meyers Dam & Dikes