Cornell University Pond #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Cornell University Pond #2 Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 5.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00632 |
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
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cornell University Pond #2 Dam?
Cornell University Pond #2 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 Cornell University Pond #2 Dam?
Cornell University Pond #2 Dam is owned by CORNELL UNIVERSITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cornell University Pond #2 Dam built?
Cornell University Pond #2 Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Cornell University Pond #2 Dam?
Cornell University Pond #2 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cornell University Pond #2 Dam?
Cornell University Pond #2 Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Cornell University Pond #2 Dam last inspected?
Cornell University Pond #2 Dam was last inspected on November 19, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.