William J Weaver Dam dam
William J Weaver Dam
William J Weaver Dam, located in Broome, New York, was completed in 1974 and serves as a vital recreational resource in the area. This private earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 1130 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 219 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the TR-Tuscarora Creek and is regulated by the NYS DEC, ensuring its safety and functionality for visitors.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the William J Weaver Dam provides both leisure and safety for the local community. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and 50-foot width allow for controlled release of water during high flow events, while the dam's condition is currently not rated. Despite lacking a formal Emergency Action Plan, the dam's risk management measures and inspections ensure its continued reliability for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
For those interested in water resources and climate, the William J Weaver Dam offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of recreation and infrastructure. Managed by a private owner and regulated by the NYS DEC, this earth dam provides a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors to appreciate the natural beauty of the TR-Tuscarora Creek. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam serves as a testament to responsible dam management and the importance of maintaining water resources for future generations.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around William J Weaver Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Susquehanna River At Windsor Ny | 1,700 cfs | → |
| West Br Delaware River At Stilesville Ny | 452 cfs | → |
| Susquehanna River At Conklin Ny | 2,030 cfs | → |
| West Branch Delaware River At Hale Eddy Ny | 601 cfs | → |
| Susquehanna River At Bainbridge Ny | 1,430 cfs | → |
| Chenango River Near Chenango Forks Ny | 1,340 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near William J Weaver Dam.
Boat launches
- Colesville Town
- Susquehanna River
- Oakland Access
- Great Bend
- West Branch Delaware River
- Great Bend Boro Access
Track William J Weaver Dam in the Snoflo app
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About William J Weaver Dam
Where does the data for William J Weaver Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of William J Weaver Dam.