Beaver Flow Dam

BEAVER BROOK· Essex, New York· Timber Crib· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Beaver Flow Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 42.9% in NY)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeTimber Crib
Max Storage736 acre-ft
Normal Storage368 acre-ft
Surface Area115 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge980 cfs
NID IDNY01376

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 1980
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

Upper Hudson Woodlands ATP, LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beaver Flow Dam?

Beaver Flow Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Beaver Flow Dam?

Beaver Flow Dam is owned by Upper Hudson Woodlands ATP, LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Beaver Flow Dam?

Beaver Flow Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Beaver Flow Dam?

Beaver Flow Dam has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Beaver Flow Dam last inspected?

Beaver Flow Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.