Blind Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Blind Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 12.4% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Max Discharge | 310 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01298 |
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
HIGHLAND FIELD AND STREAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blind Pond Dam?
Blind 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 Blind Pond Dam?
Blind Pond Dam is owned by HIGHLAND FIELD AND STREAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blind Pond Dam built?
Blind Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Blind Pond Dam?
Blind 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 Blind Pond Dam?
Blind Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Blind Pond Dam last inspected?
Blind Pond Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.