Timber Estates Dam

TR-DELAWARE RIVER· Sullivan, New York· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Timber Estates Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY)
Dam Length315 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge120 cfs
NID IDNY01576

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 18, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

TIMBER LAKES OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Timber Estates Dam?

Timber Estates 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 Timber Estates Dam?

Timber Estates Dam is owned by TIMBER LAKES OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Timber Estates Dam?

Timber Estates 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 Timber Estates Dam?

Timber Estates Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Timber Estates Dam last inspected?

Timber Estates Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2009. 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.