Curtis S Read Scout Reservation Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Located in Brant Lake, New York, the Curtis S Read Scout Reservation Dam is a significant earth dam completed in 1969 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

With a height of 27 feet and a length of 94 feet, the dam holds a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet, providing water for various recreational activities in the area. The dam is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 41 feet and a maximum discharge of 2880 cubic feet per second. The surrounding area has a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 2.8 square miles, making it a vital water resource for the region. Despite being rated as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, with management measures in place to mitigate any potential risks. Visitors and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering marvel of the Curtis S Read Scout Reservation Dam while also being mindful of its importance for water resource management in the area.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

94

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-BRANT LAKE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Drainage Area

2.8

Nid Storage

93

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

27
       
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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.