Windsor Park Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Windsor Park Dam, located in Amherst, New York, is a privately owned structure that plays a crucial role in managing the flow of the TRIB-RANSOM CREEK.


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Summary

Completed in 2006, this dam stands at a height of 106 feet and spans a length of 650 feet, with a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is listed as 'Other', indicating its significance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.

Managed by the NYS DEC and regulated by the state of New York, Windsor Park Dam has been designated as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities regularly to ensure its operational safety. With uncontrolled spillways and a moderate risk level, the dam serves as a critical infrastructure in mitigating flood risks and ensuring sustainable water management practices in the area.

While Windsor Park Dam may not have a high-profile status, its strategic location and design make it a vital component of the region's water resource infrastructure. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam exemplifies the balance between effective water management and environmental safety, making it a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate.

Year Completed

2006

Dam Length

650

Dam Height

106

River Or Stream

TRIB-RANSOM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Other

Surface Area

2

Drainage Area

1.75

Nid Storage

26

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

106
       
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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.