Starkdale Farms Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Starkdale Farms Dam, located in Dutchess County, New York, is a privately owned structure built in 1970 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or a small fish pond.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 21 feet and stretching 400 feet in length, the dam has a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet and serves to regulate the flow of TR-Burton Brook. The dam is classified as an earth dam and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 62 feet.

Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and not having a formal condition assessment, Starkdale Farms Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The dam poses a moderate risk (rated 3) and has no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place at present. The last inspection of the dam occurred in October 2016, and while the risk management measures and emergency response protocols are not detailed, the dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.

With its strategic location and critical function in providing water for fire protection and supporting local agriculture, Starkdale Farms Dam serves as a key infrastructure for the community. As climate change impacts water resources and poses new challenges, the management and maintenance of dams like Starkdale Farms Dam will become increasingly important to ensure the safety and resilience of the surrounding area. Stakeholders and enthusiasts in water resources and climate resilience should closely monitor the developments and risk management efforts related to Starkdale Farms Dam to support sustainable water management practices in the region.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

21

River Or Stream

TR-BURTON BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Drainage Area

0.88

Nid Storage

160

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

21
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.