Sky View Pond Dam

TR-RAMAPO RIVER· Orange, New York· Built 1952· Earth· 24 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Sky View Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 68.1% in NY)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge141 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDNY13225

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: September 5, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

THOMAS SULLIVAN JR.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sky View Pond Dam?

Sky View 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 Sky View Pond Dam?

Sky View Pond Dam is owned by THOMAS SULLIVAN JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sky View Pond Dam built?

Sky View Pond Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Sky View Pond Dam?

Sky View 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 Sky View Pond Dam?

Sky View Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Sky View Pond Dam last inspected?

Sky View Pond Dam was last inspected on September 5, 2017. 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.