Borden Estate Dam
Key Takeaway
Borden Estate Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 49.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 696 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01106 |
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
SHANTI MANDIR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Borden Estate Dam?
Borden Estate 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 Borden Estate Dam?
Borden Estate Dam is owned by SHANTI MANDIR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Borden Estate Dam built?
Borden Estate Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Borden Estate Dam?
Borden Estate 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 Borden Estate Dam?
Borden Estate Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Borden Estate Dam last inspected?
Borden Estate Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.