Bowmaker's Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bowmaker's Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | NY15001 |
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
NYSDOT Region 9;TOWN OF SHARON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bowmaker's Pond Dam?
Bowmaker's 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 Bowmaker's Pond Dam?
Bowmaker's Pond Dam is owned by NYSDOT Region 9;TOWN OF SHARON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bowmaker's Pond Dam?
Bowmaker's Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bowmaker's Pond Dam?
Bowmaker's Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Bowmaker's Pond Dam last inspected?
Bowmaker's Pond Dam was last inspected on September 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.