Roedy Pond Dam

TR-NEVERSINK RIVER· Sullivan, New York· Built 1946· Buttress· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Roedy Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.9% in NY)
Dam Length270 ft
Dam TypeButtress
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge480 cfs
Year Completed1946 (80 years old)
NID IDNY12749

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 9, 1988
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

WILLIAM ROEDY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Roedy Pond Dam?

Roedy 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 Roedy Pond Dam?

Roedy Pond Dam is owned by WILLIAM ROEDY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Roedy Pond Dam built?

Roedy Pond Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Roedy Pond Dam?

Roedy 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 Roedy Pond Dam?

Roedy 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 Roedy Pond Dam last inspected?

Roedy Pond Dam was last inspected on May 9, 1988. 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.