Westbrook Reservoir #1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 19, 2025

Westbrook Reservoir #1 Dam, located in West Plattsburgh, New York, is a significant Earth dam completed in 1905 for the primary purpose of water supply.


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Summary

With a height of 23 feet and a length of 340 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 49.3 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 27.2 acre-feet. Situated on Patterson Brook, the dam serves the local community and has state jurisdiction and regulation from the NYS DEC.

While Westbrook Reservoir #1 Dam does not have a spillway, it has a hazard potential rated as significant and a high risk assessment level of 2. The dam is not currently rated for its condition, but it undergoes inspections every four years, with the last one conducted in August 2019. The emergency action plan (EAP) for the dam was last revised in March 2019, ensuring preparedness for any potential risks associated with the dam.

Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate will find Westbrook Reservoir #1 Dam a fascinating structure due to its historical significance, engineering design, and critical role in supplying water to the community. The dam's location in a picturesque setting in Clinton County, New York, makes it a notable landmark for those interested in the intersection of water management, infrastructure development, and environmental stewardship.

Year Completed

1905

Dam Length

340

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

PATTERSON BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.6

Drainage Area

0.15

Nid Storage

49.3

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

23
       
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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.