Kelso Brook Dam, also known as John M Magee Pond, is a privately owned recreational dam located in Olmstedville, Essex County, New York.
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Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 300 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 56 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 17 acres.
Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), Kelso Brook Dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and is regulated by the state. The dam has a low hazard potential and has not been assessed for its condition. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. Despite its uncontrolled spillway, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 1000 cubic feet per second, providing a safe environment for visitors to enjoy water-based activities at the John M Magee Pond.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
KELSO BROOK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Drainage Area |
4.88 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camps Baco & Che-Na-Wa
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13th Lake Campsite #10
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Eagle Point - DEC
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Scaroon Manor - Camp Cayuga
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13th Lake Campsite #9
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13th Lake Campsite #2
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