Mattice Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Mattice Pond Dam, located in Breakabeen, New York, along the TR-SCHOHARIE CREEK, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 16 feet and with a length of 700 feet, the dam was completed in 1970 and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. The dam's purpose is to provide recreational opportunities for visitors, with a surface area of 8 acres and a drainage area of 0.12 square miles.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated since its last inspection in July 1980. The risk assessment for Mattice Pond Dam indicates a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 32 feet, capable of discharging up to 248 cubic feet per second. While the dam is state-regulated and regularly inspected, there are no emergency action plans in place, and the dam's overall risk management measures are unspecified.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mattice Pond Dam serves as an intriguing case study in dam management and risk assessment. With its unique location, design, and recreational purpose, the dam presents opportunities for further exploration into the challenges and considerations involved in maintaining and regulating dams in a changing climate. Monitoring the condition and risk level of Mattice Pond Dam could provide valuable insights into the broader implications for water resources and infrastructure resilience in the face of environmental uncertainties.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SCHOHARIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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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