Kennels Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 20, 2025

Kennels Pond Dam, located in Arietta, New York, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1900 primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 10 feet and stretching 40 feet in length, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 2133 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 640 acres. The dam regulates the flow of the Jockeybush Outlet, a local river or stream, with a controlled spillway width of 12 feet.

Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Kennels Pond Dam is considered to have a very high risk due to its proximity to populated areas. Although it has not been recently rated for its condition, the dam is inspected, permitted, and regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. In case of emergencies, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan prepared, raising concerns about its readiness to handle unexpected events.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Kennels Pond Dam offers a fascinating case study of a historic structure that blends recreational enjoyment with environmental stewardship. With its unique design features and regulatory oversight, the dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human activities and nature's forces in managing water resources.

Year Completed

1900

Dam Length

40

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

JOCKEYBUSH OUTLET

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

640

Nid Storage

2133

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

10
       
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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.