Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam

TR-FALL KILL CREEK· Dutchess, New York· Built 1956· Earth· 9 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 9% in NY)
Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage18 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge164 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDNY14346

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 16, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

Dahowski Construction Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam?

Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam?

Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam is owned by Dahowski Construction Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam built?

Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam?

Hill and Hollow Country Estates 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 Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam?

Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam last inspected?

Hill and Hollow Country Estates Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2017. 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.