Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in New York. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 63.7% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | NY00825 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DAVID PLOETZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam?
Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam?
Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam is owned by DAVID PLOETZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam built?
Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam?
Edgar Ploetz 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 Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam?
Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam last inspected?
Edgar Ploetz Recreational Pond Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.