Madawaska Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Florence Dam Weller Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Madawaska Pond Dam, located in Meno, Franklin County, New York, is a private dam primarily used for recreation on Quebec Brook.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 7 feet and spanning 125 feet in length, the dam has a storage capacity of 644 acre-feet and a surface area of 230 acres. With a maximum discharge of 390 cubic feet per second, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 24 feet. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate.
Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspections, and enforcement. While the last inspection was conducted in 1980, the dam's condition is currently listed as "Not Rated." Although an emergency action plan is not specified, the dam's risk management measures and inundation maps are not prepared. With its recreational purpose, Madawaska Pond Dam serves as a tranquil oasis for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and wildlife observation.
Dam Length |
125 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
QUEBEC BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
230 |
Nid Storage |
644 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
7 |
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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.
Madawaska Pond Dam