Plymouth Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

The Plymouth Reservoir Dam, located in Kirk, New York, was completed in 1827 and serves as a crucial structure for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This private dam, with a rockfill primary type, stands at a height of 12 feet and spans 150 feet in length. It has a maximum storage capacity of 400 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 77 acres, drawing from the Reservoir Creek for its water source.

Maintained by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the Plymouth Reservoir Dam has a significant hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition. Regular inspections ensure its safety, with the most recent assessment conducted in May 2019. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide essential water resource management for the local community while offering recreational opportunities for visitors.

With a very high risk assessment rating, the Plymouth Reservoir Dam is closely monitored for any potential issues and has emergency action plans in place. As a vital component of the regional water infrastructure, this historical dam serves as a reminder of the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1827

Dam Length

150

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

RESERVOIR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Rockfill

Surface Area

77

Drainage Area

1.05

Nid Storage

400

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

12
       
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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. 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

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, 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.