Texaco Research Center Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

The Texaco Research Center Dam, also known as the Beacon Technology Center Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Fishkill, New York along the Fishkill Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1860, this concrete dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a height of 22 feet and a length of 206 feet, it has a storage capacity of 50.5 acre-feet and a drainage area of 180 square miles.

Managed by the NYS DEC, the Texaco Research Center Dam has a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in September 2018. It has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 186 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 16,870 cubic feet per second. The dam is inspected every two years to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite its age, the Texaco Research Center Dam remains a crucial component of the local water resource infrastructure in Dutchess County. Its moderate risk level and the state's continued oversight ensure that it effectively fulfills its intended purposes while prioritizing public safety and environmental protection along the Fishkill Creek.

Year Completed

1860

Dam Length

206

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

FISHKILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Drainage Area

180

Nid Storage

50.5

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

22
       
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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.