Scotty's Dam, also known as William Luehmann Rec Pond & Pam Dawber Dam, is a privately owned earth dam located in Delaware, New York.
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Completed in 1949, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a normal storage capacity of 130 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 362 acre-feet. The dam has a height of 18 feet and a length of 310 feet, creating a surface area of 33 acres and a drainage area of 3.5 square miles.
Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), Scotty's Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency. The dam poses a high hazard potential due to its location and size, but its condition assessment in 2008 deemed it satisfactory. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) was last revised in 2018. The spillway, classified as uncontrolled, has a width of 24 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1058 cubic feet per second.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Scotty's Dam presents an interesting case study of a privately owned recreational dam in upstate New York. Its historical construction and ongoing state regulation highlight the importance of proper maintenance and risk management for dams in the region. The dam's association with the SHERRUCK BROOK and its high hazard potential underscore the need for continued monitoring and emergency preparedness to ensure the safety of downstream communities and the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
SHERRUCK BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Drainage Area |
3.5 |
Nid Storage |
362 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
18 |
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