Pearce Pond Dam

Dutchess, New York· Earth· 7 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pearce Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage4 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDNY16129

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 2, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

JOHN PAGE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pearce Pond Dam?

Pearce Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Pearce Pond Dam?

Pearce Pond Dam is owned by JOHN PAGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pearce Pond Dam?

Pearce 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 Pearce Pond Dam?

Pearce Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Pearce Pond Dam last inspected?

Pearce Pond Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2019. 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.