Lake Welch Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyRockland
Nearest CityWillow Grove
River/StreamMINISCEONGO CREEK
Coordinates41.22948, -74.07161

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height32 ft
Dam Height32 ft
Dam Length788 ft
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage4,750 acre-ft
Max Storage4,750 acre-ft
Normal Storage3,072 acre-ft
Surface Area182 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerNYSOPRHP - PALISADES INTERSTATE PARK COMMISSION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/07/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00283
Federal IDNY00283
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams