Breakneck Pond Dam dam
Breakneck Pond Dam
Breakneck Pond Dam, located in Rockland, New York, is a state-owned structure designed for recreation purposes. Built in 1930, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 305 feet, with a storage capacity of 480 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the TR-Beaver Pond Brook and serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water-based activities.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Breakneck Pond Dam has not undergone a recent condition assessment, with its last inspection dating back to November 1984. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet, capable of discharging up to 150 cubic feet per second. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified. Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in this picturesque location may find the historical significance and recreational opportunities of Breakneck Pond Dam intriguing.
Overall, Breakneck Pond Dam stands as a testament to New York's commitment to preserving water resources for recreational purposes. While its condition assessment and emergency preparedness may need updating, the dam continues to attract visitors seeking a tranquil escape in the midst of Rockland's natural beauty. As efforts to enhance dam safety and risk management progress, Breakneck Pond Dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to connect with nature and explore the diverse landscapes of New York.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Breakneck Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mahwah River Near Suffern Ny | 7 cfs | → |
| Ramapo River At Ramapo Ny | 55 cfs | → |
| Ramapo River At Suffern Ny | 40 cfs | → |
| Ramapo River Near Mahwah Nj | 67 cfs | → |
| Saddle River At Upper Saddle River Nj | 12 cfs | → |
| Hackensack River At West Nyack Ny | 9 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Breakneck Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Battlefield Road Town Of Stony Point
- Laurel Meadow Drive Town Of Warwick
- Ringwood-Ramapo Trail Ringwood
- Cortlandt Street Cortlandt
- Broadway Buchanan
- Blue Lake Road Town Of Warwick
Campgrounds
- Beaver Pond - Harriman State Park
- Beaver Pond Campsite
- Blue Mountain Reservation
- Croton Point Park
- Round Pond Military
- Camping For Hikers On Ballfield Graymoor Center
Fishing spots
Track Breakneck Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Breakneck Pond Dam
Where does the data for Breakneck Pond 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 Low 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 Breakneck Pond Dam.