Brady Pond Dam and Dike

SAWMILL BROOK· Dutchess, New York· Built 2001· Earth· 37 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Brady Pond Dam and Dike is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 86.3% in NY)
Dam Length536 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage113 acre-ft
Normal Storage89 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDNY16054

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 24, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

GETAWAY LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brady Pond Dam and Dike?

Brady Pond Dam and Dike is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Brady Pond Dam and Dike?

Brady Pond Dam and Dike is owned by GETAWAY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brady Pond Dam and Dike built?

Brady Pond Dam and Dike was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Brady Pond Dam and Dike?

Brady Pond Dam and Dike 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 Brady Pond Dam and Dike?

Brady Pond Dam and Dike has a dam height of 37 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 Brady Pond Dam and Dike last inspected?

Brady Pond Dam and Dike was last inspected on November 24, 2020. 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.