Van Natta Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyTompkins
Nearest CityIthaca
River/StreamSIX MILE CREEK
Coordinates42.43361, -76.48583

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length142 ft
Year Completed1907 (119 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage9 acre-ft
Max Storage9 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area49 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerCITY OF ITHACA
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection02/27/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY11601
Federal IDNY11601
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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