James Hughey Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
James Hughey Dam, located in Ashford Hollow, New York, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1964 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 430 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 87 acre-feet. Situated on TR-CONNOISARAULEY CREEK, the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Despite its low hazard potential, James Hughey Dam is considered to have a high risk level, with a risk assessment of 2. The dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) and undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a maximum discharge capacity of 142 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as an important recreational resource for the local community and visitors to enjoy.
While the dam does not have a spillway, it does have a spillway width of 28 feet and a total surface area of 11 acres. The dam area offers opportunities for outdoor activities and serves as a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of nature while also being mindful of the importance of dam safety and risk management measures in place.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
430 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CONNOISARAULEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
99 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Allegheny River At Salamanca Ny
|
1540cfs |
Cattaraugus Creek At Gowanda Ny
|
490cfs |
Allegheny River At Eldred
|
473cfs |
Cazenovia Creek At Ebenezer Ny
|
102cfs |
Chadakoin River At Falconer Ny
|
64cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Gardenville Ny
|
417cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
James Hughey Dam