Indian Pass Ranch Dam

AUSABLE RIVER· Essex, New York· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Hydroelectric Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Indian Pass Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 69.7% in NY)
Dam Length165 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
NID IDNY16173

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: September 19, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

JOSEPH BARILE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Indian Pass Ranch Dam?

Indian Pass Ranch 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 Indian Pass Ranch Dam?

Indian Pass Ranch Dam is owned by JOSEPH BARILE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Indian Pass Ranch Dam?

Indian Pass Ranch Dam serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Indian Pass Ranch Dam?

Indian Pass Ranch Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Indian Pass Ranch Dam last inspected?

Indian Pass Ranch Dam was last inspected on September 19, 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.