Dyken Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cranberry Pond Dam Wager Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Dyken Pond Dam, located in Bucks Corners, Rensselaer County, New York, serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community.
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Summary
Built in 1914, this stone dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 375 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 3,273 acre-feet, the dam creates a surface area of 181 acres and regulates the flow of Poesten Kill, a significant river in the area.
Despite its historical significance and recreational value, Dyken Pond Dam poses some concerns in terms of safety and maintenance. The dam has been classified with a hazard potential of "Significant" and a condition assessment of "Poor". A recent inspection in April 2019 highlighted the need for improvements and maintenance to ensure the dam's structural integrity and safety for the surrounding community.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor the condition of Dyken Pond Dam and advocate for necessary repairs and upgrades to mitigate potential risks. With the dam's moderate risk level and poor condition assessment, proactive measures must be taken to ensure the safety and longevity of this important infrastructure. Collaboration between local government agencies, such as the NYS DEC, and community stakeholders is essential to address the dam's maintenance needs and uphold its role in providing recreational opportunities while safeguarding the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1914 |
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
POESTEN KILL |
Primary Dam Type |
Stone |
Surface Area |
181 |
Drainage Area |
1.66 |
Nid Storage |
3273 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Dyken Pond Dam