Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam

TR-BLACK POND CREEK· Dutchess, New York· Built 1968· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 46.3% in NY)
Dam Length315 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge106 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDNY01145

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: May 3, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

ESTATE OF LELAND RYDER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam?

Leland Ryder Recreation 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 Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam?

Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam is owned by ESTATE OF LELAND RYDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam built?

Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam?

Leland Ryder Recreation 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 Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam?

Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam last inspected?

Leland Ryder Recreation Pond Dam was last inspected on May 3, 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.