Morton Salt Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Morton Salt Dam, located in Wyoming, New York, was completed in 1913 and stands at a height of 15 feet.
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Summary
The dam, primarily constructed as an Earth type structure, serves a variety of purposes, including storing water for the Wolf Creek. With a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 3 acres and drains an area of 2.5 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
The Morton Salt Dam's spillway, categorized as uncontrolled, can handle a maximum discharge of 132 cubic feet per second. Although the dam's condition is currently not rated, it poses a moderate risk. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified, indicating the need for further assessment and preparedness. With its historical significance and vital role in water resource management, the Morton Salt Dam remains a key structure contributing to the local hydraulic landscape of the region.
Overall, the Morton Salt Dam stands as a testament to early 20th-century engineering practices and the importance of water resource management in New York. As climate change and increasing water demand continue to impact the region, the dam serves as a critical infrastructure in maintaining water supply and flood control for the surrounding communities. Continuous monitoring and assessment of the dam's condition and risk management strategies are essential to ensure its long-term resilience and functionality in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1913 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
2.5 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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