China Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
China Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 5 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01069 |
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
LAWRENCE PIAZZA
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of China Pond Dam?
China 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 China Pond Dam?
China Pond Dam is owned by LAWRENCE PIAZZA (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was China Pond Dam built?
China Pond Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 China Pond Dam?
China 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 China Pond Dam?
China Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 China Pond Dam last inspected?
China Pond Dam was last inspected on September 22, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.