Clarke Pond Dam

CRIPPLE CREEK· Otsego, New York· Built 1847· Masonry· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clarke Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1847 and is 179 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY)
Dam Length35 ft
Dam TypeMasonry
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Year Completed1847 (179 years old)
NID IDNY01264

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: October 12, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

Suzanne C. Kingsley

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clarke Pond Dam?

Clarke 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 Clarke Pond Dam?

Clarke Pond Dam is owned by Suzanne C. Kingsley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clarke Pond Dam built?

Clarke Pond Dam was completed in 1847, making it 179 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 Clarke Pond Dam?

Clarke 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 Clarke Pond Dam?

Clarke Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Clarke Pond Dam last inspected?

Clarke Pond Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2011. 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.