Bruce Persson Dam dam
Bruce Persson Dam
Bruce Persson Dam, located in Walton, New York, stands as a key water resource structure for both recreational and regulatory purposes. Completed in 1999, this private-owned Earth dam boasts a height of 27 feet and a length of 700 feet, with a storage capacity of 56.6 acre-feet. The dam serves as a vital component in managing the flow of the TR-PINE BROOK river or stream, contributing to the overall conservation efforts in Delaware County.
Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Bruce Persson Dam continues to be a focal point for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike. With a surface area of 4.5 acres and a drainage area of 0.24 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control and water management in the region. Its uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 3 feet, adds to the structural integrity of the dam, ensuring its continued functionality for years to come.
As a recreational hub and a regulatory landmark, Bruce Persson Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human ingenuity and environmental stewardship. With state-regulated inspections and maintenance in place, the dam remains a symbol of sustainable water resource management in the heart of New York. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bruce Persson Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive conservation efforts in safeguarding our natural ecosystems for future generations.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Bruce Persson Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| West Branch Delaware River At Walton Ny | 429 cfs | → |
| Trout Creek Near Trout Creek Ny | 24 cfs | → |
| Ouleout Creek At East Sidney Ny | 67 cfs | → |
| Susquehanna River At Unadilla Ny | 826 cfs | → |
| East Br Delaware River At Harvard Ny | 351 cfs | → |
| East Branch Delaware River At Downsville Ny | 229 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Bruce Persson Dam.
Boat launches
- Susquehanna River
- Old State Highway 7 108, Bainbridge
- West Branch Delaware River
- Balls Eddy-Temporarily Closed
- Shehawken
Track Bruce Persson Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Bruce Persson Dam
Where does the data for Bruce Persson Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Bruce Persson Dam.