Stuts Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Stuts Dam, located in Washingtonville, New York, serves as a vital resource for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.


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Summary

Owned privately and regulated by the NYS DEC, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and stretches 300 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 6.2 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.9 acres, Stuts Dam plays a crucial role in water supply for the surrounding area.

The dam's spillway, with a width of 50 feet, is uncontrolled, and the hazard potential is deemed significant. The last inspection conducted in December 2020 noted the condition as not rated, and the risk assessment ranks it as moderate. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unspecified, the dam remains an essential structure for water resource management in Orange County, New York.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Stuts Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and management. With its location in a tributary to Perry Creek and a drainage area of 0.75 square miles, the dam's role in water supply and flood control is of paramount importance. As efforts continue to monitor and assess its condition, Stuts Dam stands as a testament to the intricate balance between human development and natural resource preservation in the face of climate change challenges.

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

Tributary to Perry Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.9

Drainage Area

0.75

Nid Storage

6.2

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

10
       
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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.