Sharron Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Minerva Lake Dam Kelso Brook Dam
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Sharron Pond Dam, located in Minerva, Essex County, New York, is a privately owned structure regulated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 8 feet and a length of 170 feet, this dam creates a surface area of 1250 square meters and has a drainage area of 0.9 square kilometers. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam is deemed to have significant hazard potential, with a high risk assessment level of 2.
The dam, built at an unknown completion year, does not have a designated primary purpose or dam type. It currently lacks storage volume data and maximum discharge capacity, but its spillway width is recorded at 6 feet. The last inspection of Sharron Pond Dam was conducted on August 22, 2019, with a frequency of every 2 years. While the emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified, the dam's risk assessment is notably high, suggesting a need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental protection in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sharron Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure in a state-regulated setting. With its significant hazard potential and high-risk assessment, the dam serves as a focal point for discussions on dam safety and emergency preparedness. Despite the lack of certain critical data points, such as storage capacity and discharge capabilities, the dam's inspection frequency and state regulatory oversight provide some assurance of ongoing monitoring and enforcement. As efforts to address climate change intensify, understanding the condition and management of dams like Sharron Pond Dam becomes increasingly vital for ensuring resilient water resource systems in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Dam Length |
170 |
Dam Height |
8 |
Surface Area |
1250 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hudson River At North Creek Ny
|
600cfs |
Hudson River Near Newcomb Ny
|
115cfs |
Indian River Near Indian Lake Ny
|
300cfs |
Putnam Creek East Of Crown Point Center Ny
|
373cfs |
Sacandaga River Near Hope Ny
|
1250cfs |
Hudson River At Hadley Ny
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993cfs |
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.
Area Campgrounds
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Camps Baco & Che-Na-Wa
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13th Lake Campsite #10
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13th Lake Campsite #9
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13th Lake Campsite #8
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13th Lake Campsite #2
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13th Lake Campsite #7
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Sharron Pond Dam