Stephen Crane Dam

BUSHKILL· Sullivan, New York· Built 1850· Stone· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stephen Crane Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY)
Dam Length260 ft
Dam TypeStone
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage67 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area10 sq mi
Max Discharge1,260 cfs
Year Completed1850 (176 years old)
NID IDNY00980

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: October 6, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

Hartwood Preserve

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stephen Crane Dam?

Stephen Crane 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 Stephen Crane Dam?

Stephen Crane Dam is owned by Hartwood Preserve (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stephen Crane Dam built?

Stephen Crane Dam was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 Stephen Crane Dam?

Stephen Crane 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 Stephen Crane Dam?

Stephen Crane Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Stephen Crane Dam last inspected?

Stephen Crane Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2016. 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.