Scotts Reservoir Dam
Scotts Reservoir Dam is an earth dam located in Westchester County, New York, built in 1883. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a poor condition assessment.
About Scotts Reservoir Dam
The primary purpose of Scotts Reservoir Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Norwalk First Taxing District (local government). It impounds the West Branch Silvermine Creek near Norwalk (ct).
The dam stands 23 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 11 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 53 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 1 square miles. Completed in 1883, the structure is over a century old.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. Its condition is rated poor, meaning the dam has recognized safety deficiencies that require remediation to address risks. An emergency action plan is in place for this dam. The most recent inspection on record was 03/21/2024.
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Location
| State | New York |
| County | Westchester |
| Nearest City | Norwalk (ct) |
| River/Stream | West Branch Silvermine Creek |
| Coordinates | 41.23111, -73.50389 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | 23 ft |
| Year Completed | 1883 (143 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | NORWALK FIRST TAXING DISTRICT |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 03/21/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NY00789 |
| Federal ID | NY00789 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |