Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam, located in Afton, New York, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1974 for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a height of 11 feet and stretching 435 feet in length, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and serves as a low hazard structure with a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam overlooks the TR-Bumps Creek and is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential dam, Berry Hill Hunting Club Dam has a spillway width of 50 feet for uncontrolled discharge, capable of managing a maximum flow rate of 50 cubic feet per second. The dam's normal storage capacity is 31 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 7 acres within a small drainage area of 0.05 square miles. With its last inspection conducted in July 1998 and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," the dam remains operational for recreational activities while being monitored for any potential risks. As a significant feature in the region, the dam contributes to the water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Chenango County, New York.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
435 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUMPS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
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1640cfs |
Chenango River At Greene Ny
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676cfs |
Unadilla River At Rockdale Ny
|
494cfs |
Chenango River Near Chenango Forks Ny
|
1760cfs |
Susquehanna River At Unadilla Ny
|
1000cfs |
Susquehanna River At Windsor Ny
|
1500cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Cook County Park
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Oquaga Creek State Park
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Chenango Valley State Park
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