Hilldale Pond Dam

TR-LUZON LAKE· Sullivan, New York· Built 1910· Stone· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hilldale Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeStone
Max Storage165 acre-ft
Normal Storage135 acre-ft
Surface Area38 acres
Max Discharge130 cfs
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)
NID IDNY01277

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: August 23, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

SULCO DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hilldale Pond Dam?

Hilldale 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 Hilldale Pond Dam?

Hilldale Pond Dam is owned by SULCO DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hilldale Pond Dam built?

Hilldale Pond Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Hilldale Pond Dam?

Hilldale 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 Hilldale Pond Dam?

Hilldale 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 Hilldale Pond Dam last inspected?

Hilldale Pond Dam was last inspected on August 23, 2012. 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.