Bloody Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bloody Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 23.2% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 70 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00320 |
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
RICHARD ELDREDGE
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Bloody Pond Dam?
Bloody 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 Bloody Pond Dam?
Bloody Pond Dam is owned by RICHARD ELDREDGE (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bloody Pond Dam built?
Bloody Pond Dam was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Bloody Pond Dam?
Bloody 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 Bloody Pond Dam?
Bloody Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Bloody Pond Dam last inspected?
Bloody Pond Dam was last inspected on June 30, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.