Thunder View Farms Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Thunder View Farms Dam, located in Ulster Heights, New York, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of fire protection and serving as a stock or small fish pond.


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Summary

This earth dam, completed in 1992, stands at a height of 19 feet and spans a length of 680 feet. With a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a surface area of 11 acres, it plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem by providing water for various purposes.

Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Thunder View Farms Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam poses a moderate risk due to its location and characteristics. The presence of an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 88 feet helps manage excess water flow during periods of high discharge, minimizing the risk of flooding and maintaining the integrity of the structure.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Thunder View Farms Dam a fascinating example of human intervention in managing water resources for multiple purposes. With its strategic location on TR-Botsford Brook and contribution to local fire protection and aquatic life support, this dam showcases the importance of sustainable water management practices in balancing human needs with environmental conservation efforts.

Year Completed

1992

Dam Length

680

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

TR-BOTSFORD BROOK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Drainage Area

0.47

Nid Storage

100

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.
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