Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 85.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 295 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 435 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 355 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,695 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00554 |
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
GIRL SCOUTS OF WESTERN NEW YORK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam?
Camp Chautauqua 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 Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam?
Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam is owned by GIRL SCOUTS OF WESTERN NEW YORK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam built?
Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam?
Camp Chautauqua 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 Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam?
Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam last inspected?
Camp Chautauqua Pond Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.