Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 63.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 890 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00731 |
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
Berkshire Lake Property Owners Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam?
Berkshire Turkey Farm 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 Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam?
Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam is owned by Berkshire Lake Property Owners Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam built?
Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam?
Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam?
Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam last inspected?
Berkshire Turkey Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on January 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.