Blazer Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Blazer Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 419 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| NID ID | NY01484 |
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
MURPHY FOUNDATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blazer Pond Dam?
Blazer 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 Blazer Pond Dam?
Blazer Pond Dam is owned by MURPHY FOUNDATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Blazer Pond Dam?
Blazer Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blazer Pond Dam?
Blazer Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Blazer Pond Dam last inspected?
Blazer Pond Dam was last inspected on September 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.