Wilber Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyOtsego
Nearest CityOneonta
River/StreamONEONTA CREEK
Coordinates42.51500, -75.04972

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height50 ft
Dam Height50 ft
Dam Length550 ft
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage625 acre-ft
Max Storage625 acre-ft
Normal Storage430 acre-ft
Surface Area98 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerCITY OF ONEONTA
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/02/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00346
Federal IDNY00346
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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