Harrison Dam, located in Newburg, Orange County, New York, is a privately owned masonry dam situated on the Quassaic Creek.
Wind
Humidity
With a height of 15 feet and a length of 115 feet, this dam primarily serves the purpose of recreation, providing a storage capacity of 5 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.7 acres. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 97 feet, making it a significant structure in terms of hazard potential.
Although the dam's condition assessment is not rated, it is inspected on a regular basis, with the last inspection conducted in October 2019. The risk assessment for Harrison Dam is moderate, with a hazard potential classified as significant. While the dam is not owned or funded by any federal agency, it is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, ensuring its compliance with state regulations and safety standards. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Harrison Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational structure that plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating risks associated with flooding and water storage in the region.
Dam Length |
115 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
QUASSAIC CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
5.7 |
Nid Storage |
5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
15 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Round Pond Military
|
||
Clarence Fahnestock State Park
|
||
Winding Hills Park
|
||
Camping for Hikers on ballfield Graymoor Center
|