Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3
Key Takeaway
Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3 is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 228 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00942 |
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
Amanda Felton Morris;P. Taylor Trussell;Tyson and Jamie Stiles
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3?
Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3 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 Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3?
Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3 is owned by Amanda Felton Morris;P. Taylor Trussell;Tyson and Jamie Stiles (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3 built?
Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3?
Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3?
Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3 has a dam height of 32 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 Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3 last inspected?
Clark Seed Farms Pond Dam #3 was last inspected on November 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.