Tubbs Pond Dam

TR-SWITZ KILL· Albany, New York· Built 1962· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Tubbs Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage147 acre-ft
Normal Storage69 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,125 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDNY13081

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: July 10, 1980
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NYS DEC

Ownership

NYS DEC

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tubbs Pond Dam?

Tubbs 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 Tubbs Pond Dam?

Tubbs Pond Dam is owned by NYS DEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tubbs Pond Dam built?

Tubbs Pond Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Tubbs Pond Dam?

Tubbs Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tubbs Pond Dam?

Tubbs Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Tubbs Pond Dam last inspected?

Tubbs Pond Dam was last inspected on July 10, 1980. 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.