Black River Pond Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyRensselaer
Nearest CityStephentown Center
River/StreamBLACK RIVER
Coordinates42.61444, -73.40889

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height42 ft
Dam Height42 ft
Dam Length560 ft
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,710 acre-ft
Max Storage1,710 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,060 acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge5,550 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerNYS PARKS, RECREATION & HISTORIC PRESERVATION
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/10/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY00104
Federal IDNY00104
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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