Brady Pond Dam and Dike
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 Length | 536 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | NY16054 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
GETAWAY LLC
Private
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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.