Paramount Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Paramount Pond Dam, located in Parksville, New York, is a private dam that serves primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Constructed in 1947, this earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and stretches 600 feet in length. With a maximum storage capacity of 17 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 10 acre-feet, the dam impounds water from the TR-Little Beaver Kill, covering a surface area of 4 acres.

Managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), Paramount Pond Dam is considered to have a significant hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 20 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 60 cubic feet per second. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam is inspected every four years, with the last inspection conducted in December 2020.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Paramount Pond Dam serves as an intriguing structure to study and monitor in the context of dam safety and recreational water management. With its unique features and location within the Sullivan County landscape, this dam presents a blend of environmental significance and recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy.

Year Completed

1947

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

TR-LITTLE BEAVER KILL

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Drainage Area

0.24

Nid Storage

17

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

13
       
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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.