Dryden Lake Outlet Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyTompkins
Nearest CityDryden
River/StreamTR-VIRGIL CREEK
Coordinates42.46333, -76.28000

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeTimber Crib
NID Height9 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length83 ft
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage345 acre-ft
Max Storage345 acre-ft
Normal Storage260 acre-ft
Surface Area113 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge800 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerNYS DEC DIVISION OF FISH AND WILDLIFE
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection02/27/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00569
Federal IDNY00569
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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