Cobblestone Creek Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Located in Motts Corner, New York, the Cobblestone Creek Dam stands as a vital structure regulating the flow of White Brook.


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Summary

This earth dam, standing at 14 feet in height and stretching 600 feet in length, serves a primary purpose beyond flood control or irrigation. With a storage capacity of 137 acre-feet and a controlled spillway width of 28 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Owned privately, the Cobblestone Creek Dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its reliability and safety. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam poses a very high risk due to its critical importance in the area. However, with a risk management plan in place and a history of successful operation, the Cobblestone Creek Dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Ontario County.

As a hub for water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Cobblestone Creek Dam offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate network of structures that safeguard communities against the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change. With its historical significance and strategic location along White Brook, this dam serves as a testament to human ingenuity in harnessing nature's power for the greater good.

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

WHITE BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Drainage Area

1.77

Nid Storage

137

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

14
       
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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.