Edmonds Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Edmonds Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in New York. It was completed in 1908 and is 118 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 56.3% in NY) |
| Dam Length | 422 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1908 (118 years old) |
| NID ID | NY12363 |
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
DOMINICK CARBONE
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Edmonds Pond Dam?
Edmonds 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 Edmonds Pond Dam?
Edmonds Pond Dam is owned by DOMINICK CARBONE (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edmonds Pond Dam built?
Edmonds Pond Dam was completed in 1908, making it 118 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 Edmonds Pond Dam?
Edmonds 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 Edmonds Pond Dam?
Edmonds Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Edmonds Pond Dam last inspected?
Edmonds Pond Dam was last inspected on September 30, 1993. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.