Stump Pond Dam

WILLET CREEK· Cortland, New York· Built 1928· Stone· 15 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stump Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in New York. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY)
Dam Length	100 ft
Dam Type	Stone
Max Storage	347 acre-ft
Normal Storage	200 acre-ft

Surface Area	39 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Max Discharge	671 cfs
Year Completed	1928 (98 years old)
NID ID	NY00746

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: September 1, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

Charles Sudbrink

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stump Pond Dam?

Stump Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Stump Pond Dam?

Stump Pond Dam is owned by Charles Sudbrink (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stump Pond Dam built?

Stump Pond Dam was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Stump Pond Dam?

Stump 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 Stump Pond Dam?

Stump Pond 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 Stump Pond Dam last inspected?

Stump Pond Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2020. 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.