Hust Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Hust Pond Dam, located in Kenoza Lake, Sullivan County, New York, stands as a historic masonry structure completed in 1911 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam, situated on Jaketown Creek, boasts a height of 23 feet and a length of 150 feet, creating a storage capacity of 285 acre-feet for water enthusiasts to enjoy. With a surface area of 32 acres and a drainage area of 9.5 square miles, the dam offers a serene backdrop for outdoor activities in the region.

Managed by a private owner but regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Hust Pond Dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level. Despite its age, the dam has not been officially rated for its condition assessment, but regular state inspections ensure its safety for recreational use. With an uncontrolled spillway and a maximum discharge capacity of 1,220 cubic feet per second, the dam continues to serve as a vital water resource for the area, attracting visitors seeking leisure and natural beauty.

While Hust Pond Dam may not have a designated emergency action plan or detailed risk management measures in place, its longstanding presence in the community and relatively stable condition make it a popular destination for those interested in water resources and climate-related activities. As climate enthusiasts explore the interconnectedness of dams like Hust Pond with environmental sustainability and water management practices, the dam's role in providing recreational opportunities and contributing to the local ecosystem remains a focal point for engagement and study in the region.

Year Completed

1911

Dam Length

150

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

JAKETOWN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Masonry

Surface Area

32

Drainage Area

9.5

Nid Storage

285

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

23
       
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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.