Kiln Pond Dam

TR-TROUT POND BROOK· Essex, New York· Built 1985· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kiln Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 78.3% in NY)
Dam Length490 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage231 acre-ft
Normal Storage140 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge578 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDNY01555

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 3, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

LBA FOREST STEWARDSHIP INIT, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kiln Pond Dam?

Kiln 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 Kiln Pond Dam?

Kiln Pond Dam is owned by LBA FOREST STEWARDSHIP INIT, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kiln Pond Dam built?

Kiln Pond Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Kiln Pond Dam?

Kiln 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 Kiln Pond Dam?

Kiln Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Kiln Pond Dam last inspected?

Kiln Pond Dam was last inspected on August 3, 2010. 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.