Beaver Dam Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaver Dam Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1820 and is 206 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 53.6% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 666 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 135 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1820 (206 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01610 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA NORTHERN NEW JERSEY COUNCIL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Dam Pond Dam?
Beaver Dam Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Beaver Dam Pond Dam?
Beaver Dam Pond Dam is owned by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA NORTHERN NEW JERSEY COUNCIL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Dam Pond Dam built?
Beaver Dam Pond Dam was completed in 1820, making it 206 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 Beaver Dam Pond Dam?
Beaver Dam 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 Beaver Dam Pond Dam?
Beaver Dam Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Beaver Dam Pond Dam last inspected?
Beaver Dam Pond Dam was last inspected on June 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.