Henry Becker Pond Dam dam
Henry Becker Pond Dam
Henry Becker Pond Dam, located in Eastman Corners, New York, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Built in 1973, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 1000 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 225 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the TR-EAST KOY CREEK and has a low hazard potential, making it a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Managed by the NYS DEC, the Henry Becker Pond Dam is regulated and inspected by the state, ensuring its safety and compliance with environmental standards. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam has a risk assessment of 'High (2)', indicating potential management measures may be needed in the future. With a surface area of 23 acres and a drainage area of 0.39 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in water storage and management in the Wyoming County area.
While lacking a spillway, the dam's design and construction reflect a commitment to maintaining a safe and sustainable water resource for the surrounding community. Though last inspected in 1998, the dam's presence continues to offer recreational opportunities while also serving as a vital infrastructure element in the local ecosystem. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Henry Becker Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and environmental stewardship in New York.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Henry Becker Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Oatka Creek At Warsaw Ny | 81 cfs | → |
| Genesee River At Portageville Ny | 2,260 cfs | → |
| Tonawanda Creek At Attica Ny | 140 cfs | → |
| Keshequa Cr @ Craig Colony @ Sonyea Ny | 8 cfs | → |
| Genesee River Near Mount Morris Ny | 3,110 cfs | → |
| Tonawanda Creek At Batavia Ny | 535 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Henry Becker Pond Dam.
Track Henry Becker Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Henry Becker Pond Dam
Where does the data for Henry Becker Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Henry Becker Pond Dam.