Bell Brook Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bell Brook Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01366 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
BELL BROOK CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bell Brook Pond Dam?
Bell Brook Pond 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 Bell Brook Pond Dam?
Bell Brook Pond Dam is owned by BELL BROOK CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bell Brook Pond Dam built?
Bell Brook Pond Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bell Brook Pond Dam?
Bell Brook Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bell Brook Pond Dam?
Bell Brook Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Bell Brook Pond Dam last inspected?
Bell Brook Pond Dam was last inspected on November 18, 1971. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.