Weller Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Blake Eli Sochia Dam
Last Updated: December 16, 2025
Weller Pond Dam in Parishville, New York, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at 15 feet high and spans 225 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 348 acre-feet. Situated on the Weller Pond Outlet, the dam has a low hazard potential but a high risk assessment of 2.
While the dam is not currently rated for condition assessment, it is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement. The last recorded inspection took place in June 1994. With no spillway in place, the dam boasts a spillway width of 30 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 480 cubic feet per second. Despite its age and lack of recent assessments, Weller Pond Dam remains an important water resource for the local community.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Weller Pond Dam a fascinating structure to study. With its unique design and purpose, coupled with its state-regulated status and risk assessment, the dam presents an opportunity for further research and monitoring in the context of changing climate conditions. As one of the many privately owned dams in New York, Weller Pond Dam showcases the intersection of human engineering with natural water systems, highlighting the importance of sustainable management practices for the future.
Dam Length |
225 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
WELLER POND OUTLET |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
58 |
Nid Storage |
348 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Weller Pond Dam