South Side Dam, located in Oneonta, New York, along the Susquehanna River, is a concrete structure completed in 1907 with a height of 10 feet and a length of 200 feet.
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This dam serves a primary purpose classified as 'Other', with a normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 135 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is 'Uncontrolled' with a width of 200 feet, and it has a low hazard potential rating.
Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), South Side Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, with a rating of 3, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. Despite being in operation for over a century, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, and it last underwent a formal inspection in May 2010.
South Side Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and flood control in the region, with a drainage area of 660 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 8,000 cubic feet per second. Owned by the state of New York, this dam's location in Otsego County underscores its significance in protecting the local community and environment from potential water-related hazards. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, South Side Dam presents an intriguing case study of historic infrastructure meeting modern regulatory standards to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1907 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
SUSQUEHANNA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
660 |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |