Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 29.9% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 235 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00905 |
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
LLOYD COTTERILL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam?
Cotterill Recreational 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 Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam?
Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam is owned by LLOYD COTTERILL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam built?
Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam?
Cotterill Recreational 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 Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam?
Cotterill Recreational 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 Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam last inspected?
Cotterill Recreational Pond Dam was last inspected on June 10, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.