Paul Kellam Pond Dam

TR-HANKINS CREEK· Sullivan, New York· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Paul Kellam Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage83 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge84 cfs
NID IDNY01600

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: December 31, 1901
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

PAUL KELLAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paul Kellam Pond Dam?

Paul Kellam 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 Paul Kellam Pond Dam?

Paul Kellam Pond Dam is owned by PAUL KELLAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Paul Kellam Pond Dam?

Paul Kellam 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 Paul Kellam Pond Dam?

Paul Kellam Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Paul Kellam Pond Dam last inspected?

Paul Kellam Pond Dam was last inspected on December 31, 1901. 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.