Claverack Creek Dam #4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Claverack Creek Dam #4, located in Stottville, Columbia County, New York, is a privately owned concrete dam with a height of 26 feet and a length of 140 feet.


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Summary

The dam's primary purpose is listed as "Other," with a normal storage capacity of 38 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 42 acre-feet. The dam is situated along Claverack Creek and is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC).

The dam has a significant hazard potential and is rated as having a moderate risk level. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 120 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 13,000 cubic feet per second. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in June 2018, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 4 years. The dam's condition is listed as "Not Rated," and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place at this time.

Overall, Claverack Creek Dam #4 serves as a crucial structure for water resource management in the region, playing a key role in flood control and water storage along Claverack Creek. With its significant hazard potential and moderate risk level, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam and surrounding areas. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam to be a fascinating subject for further research and study.

Dam Length

140

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

CLAVERACK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

7

Nid Storage

42

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

26
       
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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.