Robert Hodges Recreational Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Robert Hodges Recreational Pond Dam, also known as Hodges Pond, is a private earth dam located in Glen Aubrey, Broome County, New York.


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Summary

Built in 1978, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 7 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. Situated along the TR-East Branch Nanticoke Creek, the dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans 360 feet in length.

Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the Robert Hodges Recreational Pond Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure public safety and environmental protection. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, this dam has not been assessed for its current condition but remains operational for recreational use. While the dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet, it has not been modified or equipped with outlet gates.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Robert Hodges Recreational Pond Dam offers an intriguing case study in private dam management and recreational water storage. With its peaceful setting and moderate risk profile, this dam provides a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of human-made structures, environmental stewardship, and outdoor recreation in a picturesque New York landscape.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

360

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

TR-EAST BRANCH NANTICOKE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

67

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

19
       
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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.