Collins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Collins Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 33.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Max Discharge | 191 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | NY01318 |
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
Emily J. Edwards
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Collins Pond Dam?
Collins 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 Collins Pond Dam?
Collins Pond Dam is owned by Emily J. Edwards (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Collins Pond Dam built?
Collins Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Collins Pond Dam?
Collins 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 Collins Pond Dam?
Collins 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 Collins Pond Dam last inspected?
Collins Pond Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.