David Ulmar Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
David Ulmar Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 37.1% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 131 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | NY13555 |
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
DAVID ULMAR
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of David Ulmar Pond Dam?
David Ulmar 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 David Ulmar Pond Dam?
David Ulmar Pond Dam is owned by DAVID ULMAR (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was David Ulmar Pond Dam built?
David Ulmar Pond Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 David Ulmar Pond Dam?
David Ulmar 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 David Ulmar Pond Dam?
David Ulmar Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 David Ulmar Pond Dam last inspected?
David Ulmar Pond Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.