John Crane Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

John Crane Dam is a privately owned structure located in Franklin, New York, along the TR-OLEOUT CREEK.


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Summary

This earth-type dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 700 feet in length, serving primarily for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 43 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.7 acres, the dam poses a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition.

Operated under the jurisdiction of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), John Crane Dam undergoes regular state inspection, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam has not been updated or modified in recent years. The surrounding Delaware County community benefits from the recreational opportunities offered by the dam, which is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.

In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status is unknown, highlighting the importance of further preparedness measures. However, with its controlled spillway type and uncontrolled spillway width, John Crane Dam continues to provide a valuable source of water management and leisure activities for residents and visitors alike.

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-OLEOUT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.7

Drainage Area

0.21

Nid Storage

43

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

27
       
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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.