Pelton Pond Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

CountyPutnam
River/StreamCANOPUS CREEK
Coordinates41.45833, -73.83000

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height41 ft
Dam Height41 ft
Dam Length260 ft
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage104 acre-ft
Max Storage104 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area32 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerNYS PARKS & RECREATION TACONIC
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection03/27/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNY01148
Federal IDNY01148
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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