Rockport Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Rockport Pond Dam, located in Moriah Center, Essex County, New York, was completed in 1912 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This stone dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 90 feet, with a storage capacity of 85 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-MILL BROOK and is regulated by the NYS DEC, with state permitting, inspections, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.

The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Although the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, there are no emergency action plans (EAP) prepared or inundation maps available for the dam. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 5 feet. The surrounding area offers a surface area of 10 acres for recreational activities and has a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in November 2012, with a frequency of inspections not specified.

Overall, Rockport Pond Dam serves as a vital structure for recreational use in the area, providing a serene location for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With its historic construction and ongoing regulatory oversight, the dam continues to play a significant role in the local community while also ensuring the safety and well-being of those who visit its waters.

Year Completed

1912

Dam Length

90

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TR-MILL BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Stone

Surface Area

10

Nid Storage

85

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

20
       
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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.