Barrett Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Barrett Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 15 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 70 acres |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01203 |
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
EMILY BOXER
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Barrett Pond Dam?
Barrett 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 Barrett Pond Dam?
Barrett Pond Dam is owned by EMILY BOXER (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barrett Pond Dam built?
Barrett Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Barrett Pond Dam?
Barrett Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barrett Pond Dam?
Barrett Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Barrett Pond Dam last inspected?
Barrett Pond Dam was last inspected on September 24, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.