Big Drumlin Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Drumlin Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 66% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 235 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Max Discharge | 48 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00194 |
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
Jose Trasancos
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Drumlin Pond Dam?
Big Drumlin 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 Big Drumlin Pond Dam?
Big Drumlin Pond Dam is owned by Jose Trasancos (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Drumlin Pond Dam built?
Big Drumlin Pond Dam was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Big Drumlin Pond Dam?
Big Drumlin 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 Big Drumlin Pond Dam?
Big Drumlin Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Big Drumlin Pond Dam last inspected?
Big Drumlin Pond Dam was last inspected on August 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.