Basswood Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Basswood Pond Dam, also known as Otsego County Fish Pond, is a state-owned structure located in Burlington, New York.
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Summary
The dam, completed in 1958, serves primarily for recreation purposes and is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. It stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 565 feet, with a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a surface area of 15 acres. The dam, situated on TR-BUTTERNUT CREEK, has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Managed by the state, Basswood Pond Dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 74 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 989 cubic feet per second. Despite being last inspected in 1996 and currently not rated for condition assessment, the dam is equipped with emergency action plans and meets regulatory guidelines. While the risk management measures and inundation maps are not specified, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Basswood Pond Dam offers a captivating blend of recreational opportunities and regulatory oversight in the scenic surroundings of Otsego County, New York.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
565 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUTTERNUT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Basswood Pond Dam