The James Traver Wildlife Marsh Dam, located in Timothy Heights, New York, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1952 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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This dam, standing at a height of 7 feet and a length of 225 feet, has a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet and serves the TR-Wappinger Creek. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a spillway width of 75 feet, ensuring a maximum discharge of 288 cubic feet per second.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the James Traver Wildlife Marsh Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. While its condition remains unrated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are currently not available. This structure, nestled in Dutchess County, New York, plays a vital role in water resource management and habitat preservation for wildlife enthusiasts and climate advocates alike.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
225 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WAPPINGER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
7 |