Henry Becker Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Henry Becker Dam, located in Wyoming, New York, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1960 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 23 feet and spans 500 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Engine Creek, the dam's primary function is to provide recreational opportunities such as fishing and boating, while also serving as a low hazard potential structure with a high-risk assessment score of 2.
Despite its age, Henry Becker Dam has not been rated for its condition, and the last inspection dates back to October 1997. The dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) and undergoes state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With a surface area of 3 acres and a drainage area of 0.73 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of this dam in providing both recreational opportunities and environmental protection for the local community.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ENGINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
0.73 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Henry Becker Dam