Old Brodhead Lake Dam

TR-BOTSFORD BROOK· Sullivan, New York· Built 2005· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Old Brodhead Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 82.3% in NY)
Dam Length1,750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage547 acre-ft
Normal Storage364 acre-ft
Surface Area42 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDNY16083

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: Yes
Last Inspection: April 26, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

RICHARD I COOMBE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Old Brodhead Lake Dam?

Old Brodhead Lake 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 Old Brodhead Lake Dam?

Old Brodhead Lake Dam is owned by RICHARD I COOMBE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Old Brodhead Lake Dam built?

Old Brodhead Lake Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Old Brodhead Lake Dam?

Old Brodhead Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Old Brodhead Lake Dam?

Old Brodhead Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Old Brodhead Lake Dam last inspected?

Old Brodhead Lake Dam was last inspected on April 26, 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.