Pell Lake Dam

COOPERTOWN BROOK· Dutchess, New York· Built 1935· Concrete· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY)
Dam Length84 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge25 cfs
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDNY01153

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 13, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

EAST MOUNTAIN PRESERVE LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pell Lake Dam?

Pell 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 Pell Lake Dam?

Pell Lake Dam is owned by EAST MOUNTAIN PRESERVE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pell Lake Dam built?

Pell Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Pell Lake Dam?

Pell Lake 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 Pell Lake Dam?

Pell Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Pell Lake Dam last inspected?

Pell Lake Dam was last inspected on August 13, 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.