Burton Herrington Pond Dam dam
Burton Herrington Pond Dam
Burton Herrington Pond Dam, located in East Hillsdale, New York, is a private earth dam completed in 1965 primarily for recreational purposes. Situated on the TR-ROELIFF JANSEN KILL stream, this dam stands at a height of 18 feet and spans 1300 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet. With a surface area of 54 acres and a drainage area of 0.97 square miles, the dam plays a significant role in regulating water flow and storage in the region.
Managed by the NYS DEC and subject to state regulations, Burton Herrington Pond Dam has a spillway width of 32 feet for uncontrolled discharge with a maximum capacity of 406 cubic feet per second. Despite its satisfactory condition assessment, the dam poses a significant hazard potential, calling for regular inspections every four years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a moderate risk rating and a notable risk management plan in place, the dam remains a key structure for water resource management and climate enthusiasts to monitor and study in the Columbia, New York area.
As a vital component of the local water infrastructure, Burton Herrington Pond Dam serves as a focal point for recreational activities while also playing a crucial role in flood control and water storage. Its strategic location and design make it a noteworthy structure for enthusiasts interested in water resource management, climate adaptation, and dam safety. With its history, dimensions, and regulatory oversight, the dam presents a fascinating case study for those passionate about sustainable water management practices and the intersection of infrastructure and environmental stewardship.
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 Burton Herrington Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Green River Near Great Barrington | 17 cfs | → |
| Housatonic River Near Great Barrington | 187 cfs | → |
| Housatonic River Nr Ashley Falls | 362 cfs | → |
| Kinderhook Creek At Rossman Ny | 175 cfs | → |
| Housatonic River At Falls Village | 478 cfs | → |
| Salmon Creek At Lime Rock | 25 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Burton Herrington Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Twin Lakes
- Laurel Street 515, Lee
- Beech Road, Richmond
- Athens Boat Launch
- Rudd Drive Town Of North East
- Kinderhook Lake
Campgrounds
- Fox Hollow Camping
- Copake Falls - Taconic State Park
- At Thruhiker Camping
- Race Brook Campsites
- Beartown State Forest
- Laurel Ridge Campsite
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- The Massachusetts-Connecticut Border To Falls Mountain Road In Canaan, Connecticut
- Falls Mountain Road In Canaan, Connecticut To Kent Bridge
- Kent Bridge To Boardman Bridge
- The Hartland Headwaters To The Confluence With The Salmon Brook Main Stem
- The Massachusetts-Connecticut State Line In Hartland To The Confluence With The Salmon Brook Main Stem
- Pond Downstream Of Shepaug Reservoir Dam, Marked By Service Road Bridge To Ends In Backwaters Of Lake Lillinonah, Near Roxbury Falls
Track Burton Herrington Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Burton Herrington Pond Dam
Where does the data for Burton Herrington Pond 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 Burton Herrington Pond Dam.