Bradley Brook Reservoir Dam dam
Bradley Brook Reservoir Dam
Bradley Brook Reservoir Dam, located in Madison County, New York, is a state-owned structure that serves multiple purposes, including recreation and water storage. The dam, completed in 1878, stands at a height of 35 feet and has a length of 1060 feet, with a storage capacity of 2800 acre-feet. The reservoir created by the dam covers a surface area of 141 acres and drains a small area of 2.6 square miles, with an uncontrolled spillway width of 15 feet.
Despite being deemed to have a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as fair as of 2017. It undergoes inspections every four years, with the last inspection conducted in March 2019. The dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with no specific risk management measures listed in the data.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the area may find Bradley Brook Reservoir Dam to be a fascinating structure, given its long history and importance for water storage and recreational activities. The dam's significant hazard potential underscores the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued safe operation and the protection of downstream communities and ecosystems. The dam's location in a picturesque natural setting along Bradley Brook adds to its appeal for those interested in the intersection of water management and environmental conservation.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Bradley Brook Reservoir Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chenango River At Sherburne Ny | 238 cfs | → |
| Chittenango Creek Near Chittenango Ny | 69 cfs | → |
| Oneida Creek At Oneida Ny | 33 cfs | → |
| Otselic River At Cincinnatus Ny | 97 cfs | → |
| Onondaga Creek Near Cardiff Ny | 8 cfs | → |
| Onondaga Cr At Dorwin Ave. | 100 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Bradley Brook Reservoir Dam.
Boat launches
- Lebanon Reservoir
- Lake Moraine
- Chittning Pond
- Balsam Pond
- Markham Hollow Road 279, Town Of Fabius
- Kinne Road 6895, Town Of Dewitt
Campgrounds
- Forest Lake Campground
- Courtland Bible Club Camp
- Bowman Lake State Park
- Pine Woods Camping Area
- Rolling Hills Camping Area
- Green Lakes State Park
Track Bradley Brook Reservoir Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Bradley Brook Reservoir Dam
Where does the data for Bradley Brook Reservoir Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Bradley Brook Reservoir Dam.