Dippikill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Dippikill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 19.5% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 70 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 35 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | NY14152 |
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
STUDENT ASSOCIATION OF SUNY ALBANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dippikill Pond Dam?
Dippikill 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 Dippikill Pond Dam?
Dippikill Pond Dam is owned by STUDENT ASSOCIATION OF SUNY ALBANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dippikill Pond Dam built?
Dippikill Pond Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Dippikill Pond Dam?
Dippikill 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 Dippikill Pond Dam?
Dippikill Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Dippikill Pond Dam last inspected?
Dippikill Pond Dam was last inspected on October 30, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.