Carelas Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Carelas Lake Dam, also known as Lake Barbara Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Freehold, New York.
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Summary
Built in 1952, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and stretches 2160 feet in length, creating a surface area of 30 acres and a storage capacity of 270 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, providing an idyllic setting for activities such as boating, fishing, and picnicking.
Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes. Despite its low hazard potential, a high risk assessment rating has been assigned to the dam, indicating the importance of ongoing risk management measures. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it remains a key component of the local water resource infrastructure.
Located on the TR-Basic Creek, Carelas Lake Dam serves as a valuable asset for the community, offering both recreational opportunities and water resource management benefits. As climate change continues to affect water resources, the careful monitoring and maintenance of dams like Carelas Lake Dam are essential for ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water supply.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
2160 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BASIC CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Nid Storage |
270 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Carelas Lake Dam