Torpy Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Torpy Pond Dam, located in Georgetown, New York, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1963 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

With a height of 12 feet and a length of 110 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 170 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-OTSELIC RIVER and falls under the jurisdiction of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), with state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Torpy Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition, and the last inspection was conducted in 1998. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet, serving as a safety measure for managing excess water flow. While the dam has not undergone modification in recent years, it remains a significant structure for water resource management and climate enthusiasts interested in the conservation and sustainability of water bodies in the region. As a recreational site, the dam offers opportunities for outdoor activities and serves as a picturesque spot in the Madison County landscape.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

110

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

TR-OTSELIC RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

42

Drainage Area

1.3

Nid Storage

250

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

12
       
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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.