Kehler Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Located in Herkimer, New York, the Kehler Dam is a private concrete structure completed in 2002 with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
With a height of 11.4 feet and a storage capacity of 191 acre-feet, the dam regulates the flow of Mill Creek, covering a surface area of 40 acres and draining a 2.32 square mile watershed. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the Kehler Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its safety and compliance with established guidelines. The dam's risk assessment is categorized as moderate (3), indicating a moderate level of risk associated with its operation. While the dam has not been assigned an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or undergone recent inspections, its overall risk management measures remain unspecified.
In conclusion, the Kehler Dam stands as a vital water resource infrastructure in the region, providing essential habitat for fish and wildlife while also serving as a recreational area for outdoor enthusiasts. With its strategic location and moderate risk profile, the dam reflects the ongoing efforts to balance water resource management with environmental conservation in the state of New York.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Height |
11.4 |
River Or Stream |
MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
40 |
Drainage Area |
2.32 |
Nid Storage |
191 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
West Canada Creek Near Wilmurt Ny
|
257cfs |
Mohawk River Near Little Falls Ny
|
8070cfs |
East Canada Creek At East Creek Ny
|
35cfs |
West Canada Creek At Kast Bridge Ny
|
2420cfs |
Steele Cr At Ilion Ny
|
118cfs |
Otsquago Creek At Fort Plain Ny
|
375cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Kehler Dam