Balsam Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Balsam Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01296 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BEAVER BROOK HUNTING & FISHING CLUB, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Balsam Pond Dam?
Balsam Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Balsam Pond Dam?
Balsam Pond Dam is owned by BEAVER BROOK HUNTING & FISHING CLUB, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Balsam Pond Dam built?
Balsam Pond Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Balsam Pond Dam?
Balsam Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Balsam Pond Dam?
Balsam Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Balsam Pond Dam last inspected?
Balsam Pond Dam was last inspected on November 23, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.