Melcher Dam
Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| County | Columbia |
| Nearest City | East Taghkanic |
| River/Stream | TR-TAGHKANIC CREEK |
| Coordinates | 42.16167, -73.58833 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | WESLEY L COON |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 11/23/2004 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |