Fred Meyer Dam And Dike dam
Fred Meyer Dam And Dike
Fred Meyer Dam and Dike, located in Hunts Corner, Sullivan County, New York, is a privately owned structure built in 1974 primarily for recreational purposes. The dam, standing at a height of 11 feet and stretching 420 feet in length, controls the water flow of Deep Hollow Creek. With a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres, this earth-filled dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Fred Meyer Dam and Dike has not been rated for its condition assessment as of yet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet and is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. While the last inspection dates back to June 1984, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring of water resource infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to advocate for sustainable management of dams and dikes, structures like Fred Meyer Dam and Dike exemplify the intersection of human-made infrastructure and natural ecosystems. With its serene surroundings and potential for outdoor recreation, this dam underscores the importance of balancing the needs of water management with environmental conservation efforts. As we navigate the challenges of a changing climate, it is essential to prioritize the maintenance and regulation of such structures to ensure their safety and longevity for generations to come.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Fred Meyer Dam And Dike -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware R Above Lackawaxen R Nr Barryville Ny | 2,590 cfs | → |
| Lackawaxen River At Rowland | 497 cfs | → |
| Delaware River At Callicoon Ny | 2,410 cfs | → |
| Lackawaxen River Near Honesdale | 230 cfs | → |
| Lackawaxen River At Hawley | 350 cfs | → |
| Shohola Creek Near Walker Lake | 58 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fred Meyer Dam And Dike.
Track Fred Meyer Dam And Dike in the Snoflo app
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About Fred Meyer Dam And Dike
Where does the data for Fred Meyer Dam And Dike come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Fred Meyer Dam And Dike.