Looking Glass Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rossman Fly Dam Summit Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Looking Glass Pond Dam, located in Schoharie, New York, is a state-owned structure regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at a height of 11 feet and spanning 600 feet in length, serves primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a storage capacity of 147 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-PANTHER CREEK and is designed to support fish and wildlife habitats in the area.
Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk level, the dam has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in 1901. The spillway type is listed as "Uncontrolled," and the dam does not have any associated locks or gates. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, further details on risk management measures and condition assessments are not available at this time. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may be interested in monitoring updates on this structure given its role in supporting local ecosystems and wildlife.
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PANTHER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.26 |
Nid Storage |
147 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
Looking Glass Pond Dam