Burden Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rail Joint Mill Dam Ida Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Burden Pond Dam, located in Troy, New York, was completed in 1942 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 17 feet and a length of 160 feet, impounds the waters of the Wynantskill River, creating a surface area of 19 acres and a storage capacity of 153 acre-feet. The dam is classified as a masonry structure and has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet.
Although the dam is considered to have low hazard potential, it is regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, which oversees its permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in March 2016, with its condition yet to be rated. Despite being under state jurisdiction, the dam does not fall under the purview of any federal agency, with its funding, design, and construction managed solely by local government entities.
The Burden Pond Dam stands as a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure, providing both recreational opportunities and moderate risk management measures for the surrounding area. As climate change continues to impact water resources, monitoring and maintaining the dam's structural integrity will be crucial in ensuring the safety and resilience of the community it serves.
Year Completed |
1942 |
Dam Length |
160 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
WYNANTSKILL |
Primary Dam Type |
Masonry |
Surface Area |
19 |
Drainage Area |
34 |
Nid Storage |
153 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hudson River At Green Island Ny
|
6390cfs |
Mohawk River At Cohoes Ny
|
3550cfs |
Normans Kill At Albany Ny
|
78cfs |
Hudson River At Lock 1 Near Waterford Ny
|
4430cfs |
Hudson R Above Lock 1 Nr Waterford Ny
|
3930cfs |
Valatie Kill Near Nassau Ny
|
23cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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